Design Engineer

RSS Wessex Ltd; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering business in Blandford is seeking a Design Engineer to lead design development projects from concept to manufacture. You will create designs for new products, manage engineering changes, and ensure compliance with medical device regulations. The ideal candidate has strong CAD skills and project management experience within regulated industries, with an analytical approach to problem-solving. This role offers a competitive salary of £43,000 and benefits including annual bonus and healthcare plan.

Benefits

25 days holiday (+bank holidays)

Annual bonus scheme

Healthcare plan

Pension scheme

Opportunities for further development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a design engineering role, ideally within regulated industries.
• Strong CAD skills and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Understanding of CE marking and medical device compliance.

Responsibilities

• Developing designs for new products and customer‑specific solutions.
• Managing engineering changes and maintaining technical documentation.
• Creating 3D/2D drawings, BOMs, specifications, and manuals.

Skills

CAD skills

Project management

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Design Engineer | Blandford | £43,000

Are you a detail‑driven problem solver with a passion for turning ideas into reality? Do you thrive in a role where your designs directly impact product performance and compliance?

Join a well‑established engineering business where you’ll lead design development projects from concept to manufacture, working on both new product introductions and continuous improvements.

As Design Engineer, you will benefit from:

• 25 days holiday (+bank holidays)
• Annual bonus scheme
• Healthcare plan
• Pension scheme
• Opportunities for further development

As Design Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

• Developing designs for new products and customer‑specific solutions
• Managing engineering changes and maintaining technical documentation
• Creating 3D/2D drawings, BOMs, specifications, and manuals
• Ensuring compliance with medical device regulations and CE standards
• Collaborating with stakeholders to optimise design for manufacture

As Design Engineer, your experience will include:

• Previous experience in a design engineering role, ideally within regulated industries
• Strong CAD skills and familiarity with ERP systems
• Understanding of CE marking and medical device compliance
• Ability to manage projects and communicate effectively across teams
• A methodical and analytical approach to problem‑solving

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with an up‑to‑date CV or call Josh at Rubicon for more information.