Design Engineer

Prince Personnel; Telford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Telford is looking for a CAD Design Technician to join their innovative design engineering team. This position provides an exciting opportunity to engage in the full product development lifecycle while learning from experienced engineers. Responsibilities include creating CAD models, assisting in R&D stages, and supporting concept development. Candidates should possess strong 3D design skills and either be recent graduates or have some experience in a design role. Competitive salary ranges from £28,000 to £45,000 depending on experience and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in a design-related role or recent graduate.
• Willingness to learn and focus on career development.
• Comfortable providing technical support onsite.

Responsibilities

• Assist with CAD models and prototypes creation.
• Support concept development and R&D stages.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute ideas.

Skills

3D design skills

SolidWorks

Customer-facing support

Education

Apprenticeship or degree in engineering discipline

Tools

3D CAD software

Job description

We are delighted to be supporting a leading Telford-based manufacturer in recruiting an additional Design Engineer to join their highly skilled Design Engineering Team.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking business that champions innovation across both its products and internal processes. The company is eager to integrate AI into its design workflows, and you will play a key role in shaping this transformation.

Working alongside experienced design engineers, you’ll gain exposure to the full product development lifecycle from concept through to production, while contributing meaningfully to live projects. This is a chance to join an industry leader with an outstanding reputation for quality and cutting-edge solutions across dynamic sectors. You’ll start by managing smaller tasks and steadily progress as your skills and confidence grow.

As a CAD Design Technician, you will:

• Assist in creating CAD models and prototypes under the guidance of senior design engineers
• Support the team through concept development and R&D stages
• Participate in design reviews and contribute ideas
• Stay informed on emerging technologies, materials, and methods
• Help build a design library leveraging AI tools
• Collaborate closely with commercial teams
• Represent the business at customer sites, internal meetings, and industry events such as trade shows and exhibitions

We are looking for someone who:

• Has some base level experience in a design related role (Design Engineer, Design Technician, Trainee Designer) or is a recent graduate
• Possesses strong 3D design skills – SolidWorks preferred, but other 3D packages considered
• Is ambitious, eager to learn, and focused on career development
• Comfortable being customer‑facing and providing on‑site technical support
• Holds an apprenticeship or degree in an engineering discipline (mechanical or product design advantageous)

The application process:

Our mission is to support our clients in their creation of an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to providing a barrier‑free recruitment process, so if you require any reasonable accessibility adjustments within the application process, then please make it known at the earliest opportunity.

We will carefully consider your details and advise you if we’re able to progress with your application within 72 working hours.If you do not hear from us within this time your details won’t be retained. So, if you’re not successful on this occasion, do continue to respond to future roles we advertise. In the meantime, all good wishes and continued success with your search for employment.

£28,000 – £45,000 per annum (Depending on Overtime and travel)
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