Design Engineer

SF Recruitment; Livingston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Design Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team in Livingston, Scotland. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative design projects in aerospace and manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have strong CAD software skills and a problem-solving mindset, along with the ability to travel internationally. A competitive salary package and benefits are included.

Benefits

Strong salary package

Bonus potential

Pension scheme

Private health insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in Mechanical Design.
• Willingness to travel outside the UK.
• Experience working independently.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems using CAD software.
• Collaborate with teams to meet operational requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies and optimise processes.

Skills

CAD software proficiency

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Design Engineer

Livingston

£40,000 - £45,000 DOE

Office based

SF Recruitment are recruiting for a key client of ours as they look to add to the team, they are a global leader in advanced material solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic engineering team, working on innovative projects that drive efficiency and sustainability in the aerospace, industrial, and manufacturing sectors.

Why Apply?

• Exciting Engineering Challenges - Work on innovative design projects that contribute to high-performance materials.
• Global Exposure - Work regularly outside of the UK.
• Career Progression - Access professional development opportunities and enhance your engineering expertise.
• Competitive Benefits - Receive a strong salary package, bonus potential, pension scheme, and private health insurance.

Design Engineer - Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems using advanced CAD software.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet operational requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and process optimisation for new projects.
• Provide technical support for manufacturing and assembly processes, ensuring high-quality production.
• Participate in project planning and technical reviews to deliver effective engineering solutions.

Design Engineer - What We're Looking For

• Must be happy to work outside of the UK (trips to France)
• Experienced in working independently in Mechanical Design.
• Strong proficiency in CAD software (Inventor/ SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• A problem-solving mindset with strong analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced, engineering-driven environment