Development Engineer

Bluetownonline Ltd; City Of London; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

An engineering design consultancy is seeking a full-time Development Engineer in Pembridge. Responsibilities include assembly support for prototypes, workshop coordination, and providing feedback for design improvements. Ideal candidates will have an engineering qualification and hands-on experience with various tools. This role offers competitive salary, holiday benefits, and the chance to learn from an inspiring team.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

On-site job at Grove

Opportunity to enhance workshop efficiency

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification required (HNC, HND, or degree) with strong attitude.
• Experience with workshop tools and health & safety practices.
• Desire to support prototype building and testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide assembly support for project prototypes.
• Assist the design department with feedback on mechanical and electronic design.
• Coordinate workshop activities focusing on health & safety.

Skills

Hands-on practical skills

3D printing

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Electronic engineering knowledge

Education

HNC or HND or degree in engineering

Tools

Welding equipment

Drill press

Grinding tools

Job description

Job Title: Development Engineer

Location: Pembridge

Salary: £28k - £32k DOE

Job type: Full time, Permanent

About us

Grove Design is a long-established Engineering Design Consultancy, based in Pembridge, Herefordshire, with strong skills in Mechanical and Electronic Engineering, Product Design and Analysis.

We are seeking a full-time Development Engineer (40 hours per week, onsite) who will be responsible for assembly support and assistance with project prototypes, as well as providing feedback to the design department on opportunities to contribute to mechanical and electronic design. Other duties include 3D printing and Workshop coordination (with a focus on Health & Safety, Inventory Management of tools and accessories and other related Workshop activities). Practical hands‑on experience and being able to use a wide range of tools (welding, drill press, grinding etc) is an advantage.

The candidate will get the chance to work with and learn from an inspiring team of engineers.

We are looking for someone who

• Has an engineering qualification (HNC or HND or a degree), but attitude/engagement is more important;
• Enjoys tinkering (working on a hobby (or hobbies) that enhances their skill set)
• Enjoys a hands‑on, practical approach and is eager to support the building of prototypes and test new designs in our workshop;
• Is eager to have the opportunity to lead workshop activities and enhance workshop efficiency.

Benefits

• Salary £28 to £30k
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Full-time on-site at Grove
• Must have a valid UK driving licence
• Must have the permanent right to work in the UK
• Ideally, someone who is based within a reasonable driving distance to Pembridge or willing to relocate

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Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Workshop Engineer, Workshop Coordinator, Product Development Engineer, Product Assembly Engineer, Prototype Assembly Engineer, Solutions Architect may also be considered for this role.