Junior Design Engineer

CONDUCTR; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Junior Design Engineer, working on innovative projects. You'll support project delivery, assist with design development, and produce technical documents. Enjoy a vibrant workplace with opportunities for growth, backed by a team-first culture and exciting challenges.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Vibrant, inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Up to 2 years' experience in a relevant design or engineering role.
• Basic understanding of audio-visual systems and media networks.
• Familiarity with design tools like AutoCAD and Revit.

Responsibilities

• Supporting project delivery under senior engineers' guidance.
• Producing schematic and detailed drawings using industry-standard software.
• Assisting in creating technical content for bids and proposals.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Understanding of AV systems

Education

Degree in Engineering or Design

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

This range is provided by CONDUCTR. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Are you a motivated Junior Design Engineer eager to dive into immersive, cutting-edge projects? Join our show systems and engineering team, where you'll help deliver innovative, technically sound, and commercially viable solutions across a wide range of experiences. It's a great opportunity to get hands-on, build your skills, and grow within a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Working under the guidance of senior engineers and project leads to support project delivery.
• Assisting with design development across all project phases: concept, schematic, and detailed design
• Producing schematic and detailed drawings using industry-standard software (e.g. AutoCAD, Revit, Stardraw)
• Supporting the preparation of technical documents including bills of materials, system schematics, and installation manuals
• Assisting in creating technical content for bids and proposals, including feasibility assessments and cost estimates
• Helping to develop system specifications, architecture documentation and site reports
• Supporting the integration and programming of audio, lighting, and show control systems (training provided as needed)
• Participating in testing, commissioning, and post-installation support to ensure the project meets design intent and performance standards
• Collaborating closely with in-house design, engineering, and production teams, as well as external partners and clients
• Attending project meetings and contributing to technical discussions where appropriate
• Staying informed about emerging technologies and supporting R&D efforts on new solutions
• Travelling to project sites in the UK and potentially internationally (as required and supported)

You should have:

• Up to 2 years' experience in a relevant design or engineering role (e.g. AV, lighting, show control)
• A basic understanding of audio-visual systems, media networks, and IT infrastructure
• Familiarity with design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Stardraw
• Interest in and aptitude for technology and system design
• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal
• A team-first attitude and the ability to collaborate across disciplines
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

It would be great if you have:

• Exposure and passion for immersive or themed environments (e.g. museums, theme parks, live events)
• Familiarity with manufacturers such as Panasonic, Epson, Q-SYS, Pharos, or Pixera
• Awareness of video playback, projection, sound, lighting and control systems
• Understanding of networking technologies such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or NFC

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• A vibrant, inclusive, and dynamic work environment.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• A chance to be part of a forward-thinking team making a real difference.

What it's like working at CONDUCTR:

CONDUCTR is proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work, officially certified for our outstanding workplace culture and employee satisfaction. This recognition places us among the best workplaces in the UK. We’re also honoured to be named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Development 2025, ranking among the top 100 companies for employee growth and career development - and we’re just getting started!

Our 5 core values articulate this best, and we are looking for people who can demonstrate them:

• We go above and #beyond
• We work as a #team & make it fun
• We creatively #kick-ass
• We #do it efficiently, on time & on budget
• We deliver work that makes us #proud

Does this sound like the job for you?

Apply via this post by sharing your LinkedIn profile & CV. If you sound like you are a good fit, we will reach out for an initial informal interview.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Entertainment Providers and Technology, Information and Media

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