Design Engineer in Preston

Energy Jobline ZR; Preston; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Design Engineer to deliver high-quality mechanical and electrical solutions. The role involves adapting designs using 3D CAD software (Creo) and contributing to product development. Ideal candidates have experience with switchgear designs and a passion for innovation. Attractive salary package offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Friendly engineering team

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical and mechanical design (switchgear).
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (ideally Creo).
• Ability to interpret and update wiring schematics and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design and adapt drawings for switchgear, enclosures, and wiring schematics.
• Produce and modify 3D CAD models using Creo.
• Lead and contribute to new product development projects.
• Implement design changes and small adaptations to existing products.

Skills

Electrical design experience

Mechanical design experience

3D CAD software proficiency

Attention to detail

Problem-solving mindset

Tools

Creo

Job description

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Job Description: Design Engineer - Mechanical & Electrical

Location: Lancashire
Salary: Up to £45,000
Type: Permanent | Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for a Design Engineer to join a leading engineering business delivering high-quality electrical and mechanical solutions. This role involves working on LV switchgear, electrical enclosures, and mechanical designs, with a strong focus on new product development. You will adapt drawings, implement small design changes, and support the creation of innovative products that meet client and installer needs. You will use 3D CAD software (Creo) to develop and modify designs while contributing to both existing product improvements and exciting new projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and adapt drawings for switchgear, enclosures, and wiring schematics
• Produce and modify 3D CAD models using Creo
• Lead and contribute to new product development projects
• Implement design changes and small adaptations to existing products
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to deliver high-quality solutions

About You

• Experience in electrical and mechanical design (switchgear)
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (ideally Creo)
• Ability to interpret and update wiring schematics and engineering drawings
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving mindset
• Enthusiastic about learning and contributing to new product development

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary, depending on experience
• Work as part of a friendly, skilled engineering team driving innovation and delivering high-quality LV solutions