Design Engineer

Mansell Recruitment Group; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Design Engineer to join a client's design office in Wallingford. The position involves designing and developing technical assemblies, supporting product development, and providing assistance to production and sales teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering and at least five years of experience, with proficiency in 3D CAD and knowledge of mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• Formal education in engineering, ideally to degree level.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in a design engineering role.
• Experience with fabricated components in steel, aluminium, and plastics.

Responsibilities

• Design engineering assemblies incorporating mechanical and electrical systems.
• Support new product development projects.
• Create, manage, and update technical assembly and manufacturing drawings.

Skills

3D CAD proficiency

Problem-solving through innovative design

Knowledge of mechanical systems

Education

Degree in engineering

Tools

Technical drawing software

Job description

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The Company and the Role

My client is looking for a Design Engineer to join their design office. This role involves the design, development, and ongoing technical support of the company’s products, in line with the quality standards set by the business. You will also take on additional tasks as requested by management to support the company’s wider development strategy.

Responsibilities

• Design engineering assemblies incorporating mechanical and electrical systems

• Support new product development projects as directed by management

• Provide technical assistance to both production and sales teams

• Liaise with suppliers on technical specifications and component details

• Create, manage, and update technical assembly and manufacturing drawings

• Contribute to design and development decision-making processes

• Assist with the construction and testing of prototypes from concept through to pre-production

• Prepare and manage Bills of Materials (BOMS)

Experience and Skills

Formal education in engineering, ideally to degree level, with a minimum of five years’ experience in a design engineering role

Proficient in a 3D CAD environment with a strong understanding of component and assembly modelling, and technical drawing production

Skilled in solving engineering challenges through innovative design solutions

Knowledge of mechanical systems

Experience working with fabricated components in steel, aluminium, and plastics

Familiarity with moulded components and tooling

Salary

Salary will be discussed with your consultant during your call.

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