Design Engineer
Location: Near Abingdon, Oxfordshire
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 (depending on experience)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Join a Leading Force in Marine Engineering
Are you a passionate Design Engineer ready to work on cutting-edge products?
Do you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where every day brings new engineering challenges?
If so, we want to hear from you!
Based near Abingdon, our client is a world-renowned innovator in performance engineering. They're looking for a talented Design Engineer to become a key part of their dynamic and forward-thinking design team.
What you’ll be doing:
As a Design Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in the design and development of industry-leading mechanical and electrical systems. You’ll collaborate across departments, from production to sales, and be actively involved in all stages of product development—from concept through to testing and pre-production.
Your day-to-day will include:
* Designing complex assemblies combining mechanical, electrical, and moulded GRP components
* Supporting exciting new development projects
* Liaising with suppliers and supporting the assembly line
* Producing and managing detailed technical drawings and BoMs
* Assisting with prototype builds and on-water testing
* Identifying and driving product and production line improvements
What we’re looking for:
You’re a proactive, hands-on engineer with a solid understanding of modern manufacturing processes, ideally within themarine or automotive industry. You're a natural problem-solver who enjoys taking a concept and turning it into a reality.
To be successful, you’ll need:
* A degree (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical or Design Engineering
* 5+ years in a Design Engineering role
* Advanced skills in 3D CAD (NX preferred)
* Strong mechanical systems knowledge – including drivetrains and fluid circuits
* Experience with steel, aluminium, plastics, and moulded components
* Familiarity with electrical systems – an advantage
* Bonus: Experience with laminate schedules and marine applications
Why join?
* Work on world-class, performance-driven products
* Be part of a collaborative, highly skilled engineering team
* Enjoy a varied, hands-on role with real impact
* Competitive salary and benefits
* Stunning countryside location near Abingdon
Are you ready to engineer the future?
Apply now and help shape the next generation of high-performance marine and automotive technologies.
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