Junior Product Design Engineer

Hunter Selection Limited; Porth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A growth-oriented manufacturing firm based in Porth seeks a Junior Product Design Engineer. The role involves assisting in the design of safety-critical products, creating CAD models, and collaborating with various teams. Candidates should have a diploma in engineering or product design, with at least 2 years of design experience, and should be proficient in Autocad and Solidedge. The role promises career progression opportunities and a competitive salary of GBP26-30,000.

Benefits

26 Days + Bank Holidays

Pension

Life Assurance cover

Company sick pay

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience working in a design role.
• Experience with CAD software.
• Ability to conduct engineering calculations and material assessments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of inflatable safety and rescue products.
• Create and modify 2D and 3D CAD models and technical drawings.
• Support prototype development and testing activities.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and procurement teams.
• Conduct basic engineering calculations and material assessments.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to problem-solving discussions.

Skills

Product design

2D and 3D CAD modeling

Engineering calculations

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

Diploma or degree in engineering or product design

Tools

Autocad

Solidedge

Job description

Junior Product Design Engineer

Porth CF40

GBP26-30,000

Commutable from Porth, Tonypandy, Pontypridd, Treorchy, Caerphilly, Cardiff, Tongwynlais, Pontyclun, Bridgend, Aberdare, Mountain Ash

Benefits

• 26 Days + Bank Holidays
• Pension
• Life Assurance cover
• Company sick pay
• Career progression opportunities

I am working with a RCT based manufacturing business who are looking to add a product designer to the team. Now part of a larger group and experiencing significant growth – including recent major public‑sector contract wins – the business is investing heavily in new product development and expanding its in‑house design capability. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a wide range of innovative, safety‑critical products that support frontline teams in demanding environments. Apply below!

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of inflatable safety and rescue products
• Create and modify 2D and 3D CAD models and technical drawings
• Support prototype development and testing activities
• Collaborate with production, quality, and procurement teams to ensure design feasibility
• Conduct basic engineering calculations and material assessments
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to problem‑solving discussions

Requirements

• Diploma or degree qualified in engineering or product design
• 2+ years experience working in a design role
• Experience working with Autocad and Solidedge

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Suitable candidates should apply immediately by calling Jack Lavis for this vacancy – on # # or by sending your CV directly to him at #. If you are interested in this position please click "apply".

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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