Junior Design Engineer

Roundhouse Recruitment Ltd; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction group is seeking a Junior Design Engineer to innovate and develop bespoke products. This role offers a unique opportunity to blend design and R&D, utilizing SolidWorks and AutoCAD to create impactful products in the construction sector. Located in Swadlincote, the position includes hybrid work options post-probation and a tailored progression plan.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

33 days holiday

Health cash plan

Spot rewards

Staff discounts

Life assurance

Qualifications

• From a Product Design / R&D background or similar.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Passion for innovation and sustainability in construction.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed CAD drawings for new products.
• Support value engineering and CFD analysis.
• Drive product improvement projects.
• Collaborate with teams for feasibility and commercial viability.
• Prepare technical documentation and test reports.
• Contribute to innovation workshops.

Skills

Proficiency in SolidWorks

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Analytical problem solving

Attention to detail

Passion for innovation

Job description

Junior Design Engineer (R&D / Solidworks)

£30,000 - £38,000 + Hybrid Work after Probation + Tailored Progression Plan + Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay + 33 Days Holiday (Increases with Service) + Westfield Health Cash Plan + Spot Rewards + Staff Discounts + Life Assurance

Are you a Design Engineer or similar (SolidWorks) who wants to move into Bespoke Product Innovation and Development for an award winning Construction group?

This is a unique opportunity to join one of Europe\'s leading Building Product Manufacturers, working on new and existing products used across a range of Construction Projects globally. You\'ll move beyond repetitive drafting into R&D work that makes a tangible impact.

This Design Engineer / R&D role blends design, analysis and experimentation, giving you variety, progression and the chance to see ideas turned into manufactured products used around the world.

What you\'ll do

• Use SolidWorks and AutoCAD to produce detailed CAD drawings for new products and modifications
• Support value engineering, CFD analysis, prototyping and testing
• Drive product improvement projects that deliver cost savings and performance gains
• Collaborate with manufacturing, finance and marketing to ensure feasibility and commercial viability
• Prepare technical documentation, test reports and patent support files
• Contribute to innovation workshops and new product concepts across the group

What you\'ll need

• From a Product Design / R&D background or similar
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Analytical, hands-on problem solver with strong attention to detail
• Passion for innovation and sustainability in the construction/built-environment sector

Why join

• Join a group-wide innovation function with exposure to multiple product lines
• Clear progression into senior R&D, design leadership or project management
• See your work manufactured and sold across Europe
• Variety and creativity beyond typical junior drafting roles - ideal for a Junior Design Engineer aiming for impact

Ready to progress as a Junior Design Engineer? Apply now with your CV.

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