Junior Design Engineer

OutThere RPO; Funtley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Junior Design Engineer to join a Product Development team in Funtley, England. The ideal candidate will assist experienced engineers in creating innovative solutions and contribute to product improvements using CAD software like SolidWorks. This role offers a hands-on approach in a supportive and collaborative environment, ideal for recent graduates or those with practical experience.

Benefits

Opportunity for ongoing training and development

Collaborative company culture

Chance to contribute to new products

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or apprenticeship completers are welcome.
• Practical mindset with hands-on experience required.
• Enthusiastic and proactive attitude expected.

Responsibilities

• Prepare manufacturing drawings and documentation for products.
• Draft sheet metal drawings and modify existing designs.
• Support Product Design Engineers in delivering projects.

Skills

Exposure to product design (mechanical or electrical)

Familiarity with CAD systems such as SolidWorks

Basic knowledge of electrical components

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Highly organised and able to meet deadlines

Education

Degree or apprenticeship in relevant field

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

We are looking for a Junior Design Engineer to join our clients Product Development team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and practically-minded individual with a passion for design and engineering.

You will support the future development and continuous improvement of our product range, working closely with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities
-Prepare manufacturing drawings and documentation for both existing and new products
-Draft sheet metal drawings using SolidWorks and from physical product evaluations
-Assist in creating work instructions for the assembly of Armorgard products
-Modify existing drawings to support continuous product improvement initiatives
-Support Product Design Engineers in delivering project work to deadlines
-Contribute to basic electrical assembly work and support circuit design tasks
-Assist in developing product literature such as user manuals and instructions
-Take a hands-on approach to ensure quality and design specifications are met
-Produce bespoke CAD models based on specific requirements
-Support the Head of Product Development with ad hoc project work

Skills & Experience Required
-Exposure to product design (mechanical or electrical) preferred. However, graduates or those that have recently completed an apprenticeship would also be considered.
-Familiarity with CAD systems such as SolidWorks is preferred
-Basic knowledge of electrical components is a plus
-Practical mindset, with hands-on experience through hobbies, workshop tasks, or similar
-Strong communication and teamwork skills
-Highly organised and able to meet deadlines
-Willingness to learn and operate basic workshop tools
-Enthusiastic and proactive attitude

What We Offer
-Opportunity to work with an innovative, supportive, and passionate team
-Ongoing training and development
-A collaborative and value-driven company culture
-The chance to make a meaningful contribution to exciting new products