Design Engineer in Preston, Lancashire

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Design Engineer to work on high-quality electrical and mechanical solutions. Candidates should have experience in electrical and mechanical design, be proficient in 3D CAD (Creo), and have a strong attention to detail. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to be part of a skilled engineering team driving innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Friendly and skilled engineering team

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical and mechanical design (switchgear).
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (ideally Creo).
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.

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.

Skills

Electrical design

Mechanical design

3D CAD (Creo)

Wiring schematics interpretation

Problem-solving

Tools

Creo

Job description

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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

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