Product Design Engineer (R&D / Solidworks)
£30,000 - £38,000 + Hybrid Work after Probation + Tailored Progression Plan + Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay + 33 Days Holiday (Increases with Service) + Westfield Health Cash Plan + Spot Rewards + Staff Discounts + Life Assurance
Are you a Design Engineer or similar (SolidWorks) who wants to move into Bespoke Product Innovation and Development for an award winning Construction group?
This is a unique opportunity to join one of Europe's leading Building Product Manufacturers, working on new and existing products used across a range of Construction Projects globally. You'll move beyond repetitive drafting into R&D work that makes a tangible impact.
This Design Engineer / R&D role blends design, analysis and experimentation, giving you variety, progression and the chance to see ideas turned into manufactured products used around the world.
What you'll do
Use SolidWorks and AutoCAD to produce detailed CAD drawings for new products and modifications
Support value engineering, CFD analysis, prototyping and testing
Drive product improvement projects that deliver cost savings and performance gains
Collaborate with manufacturing, finance and marketing to ensure feasibility and commercial viability
Prepare technical documentation, test reports and patent support files
Contribute to innovation workshops and new product concepts across the group
What you'll need
From a Product Design / R&D background or similar
Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD
Analytical, hands-on problem solver with strong attention to detail
Passion for innovation and sustainability in the construction/built-environment sector
Why join
Join a group-wide innovation function with exposure to multiple product lines
Clear progression into senior R&D, design leadership or project management
See your work manufactured and sold across Europe
Variety and creativity beyond typical junior drafting roles - ideal for a Junior Design Engineer aiming for impact
Ready to progress as a Junior Design Engineer? Apply now with your CV.
Keywords: Junior Design Engineer, Junior Product Design Engineer, R&D, Research & Development, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Product Development, Mechanical Design, CFD, Prototyping, Value Engineering, Construction Products, Building Materials, Lintels, Roof Windows, Masonry Support, Sustainability, Innovation, Product Design, product designer
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