Design Engineer

Smart Recruitment Solutions Yeovil; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Design Engineer in Peterborough to innovate in water technology. The position offers a salary of up to £45,000 and a comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare and a generous pension plan. Candidates should hold an engineering degree and have experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD. Join a dynamic team committed to sustainability and reducing environmental impact through innovative engineering solutions.

Benefits

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Private healthcare & dental cover

Enhanced family leave

Lifestyle account with matched funds

Discounted gym membership

Life insurance worth 10x salary

Income protection for up to 5 years

Qualifications

• 2–3 years' experience in engineering, preferably water-related.
• Proactive approach to engineering and design.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models and detailed fabrication drawings.
• Design and upgrade mobile water treatment assets.
• Select materials and equipment according to specifications.
• Support manufacturing during production.
• Collaborate with a global network of engineers.
• Participate in hands-on project activities.

Skills

Skills in SolidWorks

AutoCAD skills

SAP knowledge

Problem-solving

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Electrical or Environmental Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Design Engineer – Shape the Future of Water Technology

Peterborough Up tp £45,000 (depending on experience) + Brilliant Benefits

Are you a creative problem-solver with a passion for engineering design? Do you want to see your ideas come to life in equipment that helps safeguard the planet's most precious resource – water?

This is your opportunity to make a real impact as part of a friendly Peterborough team, where you'll design advanced mobile water treatment systems used across the UK and the globe.

What you'll be doing

• Creating 3D models and detailed fabrication drawings using SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Designing and upgrading mobile water treatment assets that make industry more sustainable.
• Selecting materials and equipment that meet exacting specifications.
• Supporting manufacturing at sites across the UK, China, Canada, and the US.
• Getting hands-on: spending time in the office, on the shop floor, and on occasional site visits.
• Collaborating with a global network of engineers while developing towards a Project Engineer role.

What we're looking for

• Degree (BSc/MEng/MSc) in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Electrical or Environmental Engineering.
• 2–3 years' experience (or strong industrial placement) in engineering, water-related.
• Skills in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and SAP are highly desirable.
• A curious, proactive engineer who thrives in a collaborative team environment.

What's in it for you?

From day one, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and future.

• 26 days holiday + bank holidays (with option to buy/sell more)
• Private healthcare & dental cover
• Enhanced family leave from day one
• Lifestyle account with matched funds for activities (£360 per year)
• Discounted gym membership + paid volunteering day
• Leading 10% employer pension contribution (double your 5%)
• Life insurance worth 10x your salary
• Income protection for up to 5 years

Why join?

You'll be part of an organisation where innovation meets sustainability, where your designs contribute to reducing energy use, preserving water resources, and making industry cleaner and smarter.

Ready to engineer a greener future? Apply now and design solutions that make a global difference.

To achieve the higher salary, you will need to demonstrate your ability to meet the key criteria of the role by past experience and during the interview process.

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