Design Engineer

Hunter Selection; Melksham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private medical scheme

Enhanced sick pay

Social events & activities

Career progression & development

Supportive culture

Job summary

Hunter Selection is excited to recruit a Design Engineer in Melksham, Wiltshire. You will work on diverse projects across the full product lifecycle from concept to production, with real impact and clear opportunities to grow in a supportive team.

The role requires an engineering degree and hands-on 3D CAD experience (SolidWorks, Inventor, Solid Edge or similar). A proactive, collaborative mindset is essential. Salary is £45,000 - £55,000 plus a bonus and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Engineering
• Experience with 3D CAD
• Strong understanding of engineering and product design principles
• Proactive, hands-on approach with good problem-solving skills
• Collaborative and owns their work

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative design concepts from brief to production
• Create 3D CAD models and detailed drawings
• Support product development, testing and validation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, production and quality
• Contribute to problem solving and continuous improvement
• Assist in transitioning designs into manufacturing

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Hands-on

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Solid Edge

Job description

Design Engineer

Melksham, Wiltshire

£45,000 - £55,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

The Opportunity

We're looking for a Design Engineer to join a growing, forward-thinking engineering business that genuinely cares about its people. You'll be working on a variety of exciting projects, involved in the full product lifecycle from concept through to production with the chance to make a real impact. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who wants to develop their career in a supportive environment where your contribution is valued and recognised.

What You'll Be Doing

• Developing innovative design concepts from initial brief through to production
• Creating 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings
• Supporting product development, testing, and validation activities
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams across engineering, production, and quality
• Contributing to problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives
• Supporting the transition of designs into manufacturing

What We're Looking For

• Degree qualified in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Inventor, Solid Edge or similar)
• Strong understanding of engineering and product design principles
• A proactive, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving skills
• Someone who enjoys working collaboratively and taking ownership of their work

What's in It for You

• £45,000 - £55,000
• Twice-yearly bonus scheme
• Private medical scheme
• Enhanced sick pay
• Regular company events & social activities
• Clear progression and development opportunities
• A company culture that truly invests in and supports its employees

If you're looking for a role where you'll be supported, challenged, and given real opportunities to grow, this could be the perfect next step.

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