CAD Design Engineer

Professional Technical Ltd; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Professional Technical Ltd in Hull area is seeking a Project Engineer to own designs from concept through to production, delivering robust, cost-effective engineering solutions for vehicle interiors. You will work with customers, suppliers and internal teams to ensure high quality and compliance across the product lifecycle.

The role requires a degree in Engineering or equivalent experience, at least 3 years in design engineering, and strong Creo CAD proficiency with knowledge of FMEA/FEA and

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent engineering experience.
• At least 3 years in a design engineering role.
• Proven Creo CAD experience.
• Experience with FMEA/FEA and risk analysis.

Responsibilities

• Own designs from concept through to final production.
• Develop innovative, robust, and cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Produce high-quality 3D CAD models, drawings, BOMs, component specifications, and critical documentation (SES, SQR, CER).
• Specify materials and components with focus on quality, cost, reliability and functionality.
• Support product testing by preparing test specifications and overseeing evaluations.
• Collaborate with suppliers, external test facilities, regulators and internal teams to resolve queries.
• Apply engineering methods including D-FMEA, FEA, risk analysis and continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

3D CAD

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Creo

FMEA

FEA

Risk analysis

Job description

Project Engineer

Location: Hull area, East Yorkshire

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

An industry-leading UK manufacturer is looking for a Project Engineer to join their growing team in the Hull area. The engineering group is at the heart of developing both current and future products. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering high-quality engineering solutions for vehicle interiors from concept through to production. You will work closely with customers, suppliers, dealers, test facilities, and legislative bodies to ensure products continue to meet the highest standards of quality, performance, and innovation. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, forward-thinking engineering team where your ideas and technical expertise will make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design Ownership: Take full ownership of engineering designs from concept through to final production.
• Engineering Solutions: Develop innovative, robust, and cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Technical Documentation: Produce high-quality 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, BOMs, component specifications, and critical engineering compliance documentation (SES, SQR, and CER).
• Material Specification: Specify suitable materials and components with a focus on quality, cost, reliability, and functionality.
• Product Testing: Support product testing by preparing test specifications and overseeing evaluation activities.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with suppliers, external test facilities, regulatory bodies, and internal technical teams to resolve product queries.
• Best Practice: Apply engineering methodologies including D-FMEA, FEA, risk analysis, and continuous improvement techniques.

What We Are Looking For

• Education: A degree in Engineering or industry experience.
• Experience: At least three years of experience in a design engineering role.
• CAD Skills: Proven experience using 3D CAD software, ideally Creo.
• Engineering Tools: Practical knowledge of tools such as FMEA, FEA, and risk analysis.
• Manufacturing Knowledge: A strong understanding of engineering materials, manufacturing processes, tooling, and weight-saving techniques.
• Project Management: Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and communicate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Why Join Us?

• Industry Leader: Be part of one of the UK's premier manufacturing businesses.
• Innovation: Work on diverse, market-leading products from the initial concept right through to the production line.
• Culture: Join a highly supportive, collaborative, and professional engineering team.
• Growth: Enjoy genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression