Job Description
Design Engineer - SolidWorks Permanent Full-Time
Salary – Circa £28,000 DOE (£26k to £32k)
Location – In office or Hybrid in Flintshire (Dee View Industrial Park, Pentre Halkyn, Holywell CH8 8JP)
We’re proud to be supporting a leading specialist in the design and manufacture of heavy-duty vehicle equipment, supplying commercial clients across the UK and Europe. With a strong engineering focus and ongoing investment in a brand-new manufacturing facility, the business is committed to delivering consistent growth through quality, innovation, and continuous improvement, all within a collaborative, hands-on environment.
As part of this organic growth, they are now seeking an ambitious Design Engineer who is a confident user of SolidWorks. You will take responsibility for implementing, maintaining, and championing the software across the company.
Responsibilities, but are not limited to
• Produce accurate 3D CAD models and 2D technical drawings using SolidWorks, with a focus on metal fabrication, sheet metal, and plated steel components
• Maintain and revise legacy drawings, ensuring data accuracy and consistency as part of broader PLM/PDM housekeeping
• Collaborate with production, quality, and operations teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and meet ISO standards
• Support the implementation of lean engineering processes as the team transitions into the new facility on Deeside Industrial Estate in July
• Model complete assemblies, including various chassis types, ensuring integration with hydraulic and mechanical systems
• Participate in product development meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Travel occasionally to Munich to collaborate with the company’s sister site
• Assist with system integration and future PLM/PDM deployment, in collaboration with Solid Solutions
• Stay up to date with SolidWorks updates and best practices
• Liaise with suppliers, production staff, and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient and cost-effective design outcomes
Experiences required
• Proficient in 3D modelling using SolidWorks
• Able to produce detailed 2D technical drawing packs for manufacture (DFM)
• Educated to a minimum of HNC level in Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience designing metal fabricated products, including weldments and sheet metal
• Working knowledge of PDM systems (e.g. SolidWorks PDM, Autodesk Vault, PTC Windchill) is advantageous
Package
40 Hours P/W | Monday to Friday | Flexible Working Hours | 7am to 5:30pm | 28 Days Holiday Inc. Bank | NEST Pension | Company Performance Bonus