Design Engineer

Thrive Group; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Group is seeking a Design Engineer near Chippenham to lead mechanical and hydraulic projects from concept to production. You will interpret requirements, develop practical solutions within cost and performance targets, and deliver on time and to specification.

You will produce 3D CAD models and drawings (Autodesk Inventor), perform calculations, manage BOMs in ERP (Odoo), and mentor the team. This is a 100% office-based role with strong career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with hydraulic systems and welded/machined components.
• Proficient with 3D CAD and manufacturing drawings.
• Knowledge of BOM management in ERP systems.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and deliver mechanical and hydraulic systems from concept to production.
• Interpret customer requirements and develop practical engineering solutions within cost and performance targets.
• Produce accurate 3D CAD models, drawings and BOMs; ensure manufacturability and safety.
• Carry out engineering calculations covering loading, materials and manufacturability.
• Manage projects from brief to manufacturing and mentor team members.

Skills

Hydraulic circuit design

3D CAD

GD&T

BOM management

Project management

Mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

ERP systems (Odoo)

Job description

Thrive Trowbridge are delighted to be working with our client near Chippenham area who are actively looking to recruit a Design Engineer to join the team on a permanent basis. This key role will take responsibility for engineering projects, providing technical leadership across NPD, prototype validation and manufacturing support, and ensures products are delivered in line with customer specifications, on time and within budget.

What you will be doing:

• Design, develop and deliver a range of complex mechanical and hydraulic systems from concept to production
• Interpret customer requirements and technical specifications and develop practical engineering solutions within agreed cost and performance parameters
• Produce accurate 3D CAD models, manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings and Bills of Materials, considering functionality, safety, manufacturability and aesthetics
• Carry out engineering calculations covering structural loading, stress considerations, material selection and manufacturability
• Project management from initial brief through to manufacturing
• Support and mentor team members

What you will need to succeed:

• Experience of hydraulic circuit design, system calculations and design of welded fabrications and machined components
• Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing and the production of manufacturing drawings
• Bills of Materials management within an ERP system, ideally Odoo
• Excellent IT skills including 3D CAD and Autodesk Inventor
• A good eye for detail and the ability to solve problems
• Excellent communication skills as you will be dealing with a variety of individuals
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

What you will receive in return:

• Competitive salary
• Full time Monday to Friday including early finish on a Friday!
• The opportunity to join a progressive and innovative company with a diverse product portfolio
• Career development opportunities
• Please note 100% office based