Design Engineer ( Specialist Training )

Rise Technical Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Lancashire seeks a Product Design Engineer to design innovative lighting products using SolidWorks. You will develop new designs, participate in testing, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including training and career progression opportunities. The role is office-based with early Friday finishes and generous holiday allowances.

Benefits

Excellent on-the-job training

Annual bonus

Progression opportunities

33 days holiday (increases with service)

Life assurance

Health & wellbeing benefits

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts

Early Friday finish

Qualifications

• Degree qualified with experience in product design using SolidWorks.
• Experience producing engineering drawings for manufacture.
• Understanding of manufacturing methods: sheet steel, welding, machining.

Responsibilities

• Design lighting products using 3D Design software (SolidWorks).
• Develop new and existing products & work on custom projects from cradle to grave.
• Participate in product testing, installation, risk reviews, etc.

Skills

Product design using SolidWorks

Engineering drawings production

Understanding of manufacturing methods

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Product Design Engineer (Specialist Training & Development)

£28,000 – £35,000 + Excellent on‑the‑job training + Annual bonus + Progression + 33 days holiday – increases with service to 38 days + Great company benefits incl. life assurance, health & wellbeing + cycle to work + discounts etc + Early Friday finish.

Office based (early finish on Friday). Blackpool, Lancashire (commutable from: Preston, Thornton‑Cleveleys, Lytham, Kirkham, Longridge, Fulwood, Fleetwood).

We are a long‑standing, award‑winning market leader in engineering, focused on sustainability, bespoke solutions and a loyal client base throughout the UK and globally. We are expanding our design function and recruiting product designers passionate about innovative design and bespoke solutions.

The Role

• Design lighting products using 3D Design software (SolidWorks).
• Develop new and existing products & work on custom projects from cradle to grave.
• Participate in product testing, installation, risk reviews, etc.
• Office‑based role – Monday to Thursday 8:00‑17:00 / Friday 8:00‑16:30.

The Person

• Degree qualified with experience in product design using SolidWorks.
• Experience producing engineering drawings for manufacture.
• Understanding of manufacturing methods: sheet steel, welding, machining.
• Looking to work for an industry leader who offers training & development alongside further career progression & an excellent benefits package.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.