Design Engineer (SolidWorks) – Bespoke Handling Equipment

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd; Poole; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Friendly and supportive team

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Design Engineer in Poole, Dorset. You will design and develop bespoke handling equipment, creating 3D CAD models, assemblies and detailed drawings using SolidWorks, and validating designs through testing and FE analysis where required.

The role requires a mechanical engineering qualification and strong practical knowledge of manufacturing processes. You will contribute to technical documentation, risk assessments, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical design within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong SolidWorks skills with 3D modelling, assemblies and detailed drawings.
• Design and development of bespoke handling equipment from concept to manufacture.
• Create risk assessments, FMEA, and technical documentation.
• Prepare General Arrangement drawings based on customer specs.

Responsibilities

• Produce concept and detailed mechanical designs for new products and modifications.
• Create 3D CAD models, assemblies and detailed drawings in SolidWorks.
• Perform product testing and design validation; conduct manual calculations and FE analysis as needed.
• Generate engineering documentation including risk assessments, FMEA, and technical files.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers to clarify requirements and resolve design queries.
• Support technical sales with drawings and design guidance during quotes and projects.

Skills

CAD modelling

Liaison with customers

Technical documentation

Design validation

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Design Engineer in Poole, Dorset. You will design and develop bespoke handling equipment, creating 3D CAD models, assemblies and detailed drawings using SolidWorks, and validating designs through testing and FE analysis where required.

The role requires a mechanical engineering qualification and strong practical knowledge of manufacturing processes. You will contribute to technical documentation, risk assessments, and collaborate with