Design Engineer

Rubicon Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering firm in Blandford is seeking a skilled Design Engineer to lead design development projects from concept to manufacture. The role includes developing new product designs and ensuring compliance with medical device regulations. The ideal candidate has prior design engineering experience and strong CAD skills. Join a company that values problem-solving and innovation while enjoying competitive benefits, including a bonus scheme.

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.
• Ability to manage projects and communicate effectively across teams.
• A methodical and analytical approach to problem-solving.

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.
• Ensuring compliance with medical device regulations and CE standards.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to optimise design for manufacture.

Skills

Design engineering

CAD skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

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.

Benefits

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

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
• Ensuring compliance with medical device regulations and CE standards
• Collaborating with stakeholders to optimise design for manufacture

Requirements

• 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 Hill at Rubicon for more information