Job Description
The Company
A well-established precision engineering business is looking to recruit a Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-specification products within a technically demanding environment, supporting both new product development and customer-driven design solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Interpret customer specifications and translate them into engineered design solutions
Produce 3D models, engineering drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for manufacture
Design and develop new products using 3D CAD
Carry out engineering calculations and document findings clearly
Perform FEA analysis where required to validate designs
Analyse and document test data to ensure compliance with specifications
Ensure designs meet relevant industry standards (API, ISO, PED, ASME VIII)
Apply Design for Manufacture & Assembly (DFM/DFA) principles
Support the transition of new products into production
Check drawings and BOMs for accuracy and completeness
Contribute to continuous improvement and problem-solving initiatives
Act as a technical point of contact internally and occasionally with customers
Mentor junior engineers and support wider engineering activities
Participate in meetings across departments and occasionally attend customer sites
Support overall engineering strategy and departmental development
The Candidate
Degree or recognised qualification in Mechanical Engineering
Strong experience using 3D CAD for design and drafting
Experience in concept and detailed design within an engineering environment
Experience with FEA analysis and engineering calculations
Familiar with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
Experience using MRP/ERP systems to generate BOMs
Knowledge of quality management systems
Strong problem-solving skills with a logical and analytical approach
Able to manage workload, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines
Confident communicator, able to work independently and within a team
Salary
Competitive – to be discussed with Mansell Recruitment