MTrec’s new career opportunity Our client are specialists in their market sector, they are looking to recruit a Design Engineer on a permanent basis. The Job you’ll do * As Design Engineer you will support the design and development of new and bespoke products within a specialist manufacturing environment. * You will work across the full product lifecycle, from initial concept through to manufacture, testing, and market launch, while supporting continuous improvement across products and processes. * Design and develop new and bespoke products from concept through to market launch, working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners. * Translate customer and business requirements into robust, manufacturable, and cost effective design solutions. * Manage allocated design and development activities to agreed timescales. * Convert customer enquiries into development samples and complementary product lines. * Produce and maintain accurate 3D CAD models and technical drawings using SolidWorks, including assemblies and detailed component drawings. * Manage product structures, bills of materials and documentation using the IFS MRP system. * Ensure designs comply with recognised engineering standards, including the correct application of ISO limits, fits and geometric tolerancing.5 * Design precision machined components, including close tolerance turned, milled and moulded parts. * Work with Operations and Quality teams to optimise designs for manufacture, quality and cost. * Identify, evaluate, and work with suppliers to support technical capability, component availability, lead times and cost estimation. * Support prototype, testing and validation activities, including the development of in house test rigs and facilities. * Provide technical support to customers, suppliers and the Sales team. * Support product innovation and cost reduction initiatives aligned with business strategy. * Support continuous improvement activities across engineering and manufacturing. About You * Have a strong background in mechanical design engineering, with experience delivering practical, manufacturable design solutions within a production or manufacturing environment. Confident working with 3D CAD systems, particularly SolidWorks or similar, and experienced in producing detailed engineering drawings and documentation to recognised standards. * You will have a good understanding of manufacturing processes and be experienced in the design of precision machined components, including close tolerance parts. * Experience managing bills of materials and working with MRP systems is essential, along with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks to deadlines. * You will be a collaborative and proactive individual, comfortable working with colleagues across the business, as well as engaging with suppliers and customers to resolve technical issues and support product development. * You will ideally hold a minimum of an HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering. * However, candidates with relevant Electrical Engineering experience may also be considered, particularly where this has been gained within a design, manufacturing, or industrial engineering environment. * Applicants will be considered where they can demonstrate a strong and consistent work history within a relevant engineering or manufacturing environment, supported by proven technical capability, practical experience, and problem-solving skills. The Rewards and the Benefits * Holiday buy & sell. * Car scheme. * Competitive pay. * Enhanced pension. * Training & development