Design Engineer

Platform Recruitment; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing business in Barnstaple is seeking a talented Design Engineer to join their in-house design team. The role involves developing new products and supporting creative engineering activities. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in design engineering, strong CAD skills, and a degree in Design or Mechanical Engineering. Knowledge of manufacturing processes is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in design engineering/draughting within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in producing manufacturing drawings with knowledge of GD&T.
• Good understanding of material properties and selection.

Responsibilities

• Designing and refining high-volume manufactured products.
• Supporting day-to-day creative and engineering activities.

Skills

CAD and 3D modelling

Strong documentation skills

Problem-solving skills

Good time management

Education

Degree in Design or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Role Overview. We are seeking a talented and experienced Design Engineer to join a growing manufacturing business with excellent opportunities for career development. The successful candidate will be part of an in-house design team, working on the development of new products while supporting day-to-day creative and engineering activities. This is a varied and rewarding role that involves designing and refining a wide range of high-volume manufactured products for international markets.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree in Design or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years' experience in design engineering/draughting within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong CAD and 3D modelling abilities.
• Proficient in producing manufacturing drawings, with proven knowledge of GD&T.
• Competent in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office (including Excel).
• Good understanding of material properties and selection.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including steel fabrication, plastic injection moulding, casting, and finishing.
• Strong documentation skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Highly organised, with good time management.
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and commercial awareness.
• Flexible, professional approach.
• Valid driving licence and passport.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Background in the furniture industry.
• Prototype development and New Product Introduction (NPI) experience.
• Familiarity with PDM systems for design control and release.
• Understanding of DFMEA/PFMEA processes.
• Knowledge of BS 8888:2013, ISO 9001:2015, and ISO 14001 standards.
• Layout and space planning experience.
• DriveWorks automation experience.
• Revit/BIM software knowledge.
• Adobe Creative Suite skills.
• Strong rendering and visualisation capabilities.
• Experience with SolidWorks Composer and FEA analysis