Mechanical Design Engineer

Stovax Ltd.; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector seeks a Design Engineer to join their team. The role involves designing and engineering new products while maintaining existing ranges. Employees benefit from flexible working hours, generous holiday, and various staff discounts. The company emphasizes a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Electric Vehicle Lease or Cycle to Work schemes

Flexi Time Policy

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous staff discounts

Enhanced holiday allowance

Free eye tests and vouchers

Pension scheme options

On-site parking

Responsibilities

• Responsible for design, engineering, and specification of new products.
• Maintain existing product range and modifications as required.
• Ensure production-ready designs and smooth department operations.

Job description

Working within the existing design team, you will be responsible for the design, engineering, and specification of all new products alongside the maintenance of the existing product range, and any modifications as may become necessary. Reporting to the Technical Engineering Manager and alongside the Design team, you will generate production-ready designs and help ensure the smooth running of the department, ensuring new products are completed within the agreed timescales and to the expected standards.

Benefits include Electric Vehicle Lease or Cycle to Work schemes, Flexi Time Policy, Employee Assistance Programme for various personal issues, and generous staff discounts on our products. Employees can access our Benefits Hub for discounts on supermarkets, cinema tickets, gifts, and more.

We offer Monday to Friday working, a two-day per week remote work policy where possible, and an enhanced holiday allowance.

This position is based at our state-of-the-art, purpose-built offices and manufacturing facility at Skypark, near Exeter Airport. This recent move marks a transformational period for our business, and we invite you to join us during this exciting time.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and welcome applications from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with disabilities.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy before the listed end date if sufficient suitable applications are received.

The Company

The Stovax Group (comprising Stovax & Gazco) designs, manufactures, and distributes high-quality solid fuel, gas, and electric stoves & fireplaces to over 30 countries.

The Group has grown predominantly through organic development of its own products, positioned in the mid to upper market sectors.

With around 300 employees, the Group values its people and has a strong record of staff development and promotion. It continues to invest in new product innovation and structured training programs, both internal and external.

The core values focus on a desire to be involved in a dynamic business, with PASSION IN ALL WE DO, prioritizing product quality and CUSTOMER FIRST.

What we offer

We appreciate our employees' hard work and contributions, offering a range of benefits starting from day one.

Minimum of 6.4 weeks holiday, including bank holidays, increasing with service.

Generous Flexitime scheme for office-based staff.

Free eye tests and vouchers for VDU users, with support for associated costs.

A positive working environment that encourages ideas, open communication, and integration through Round Table meetings.

Option to join the Group’s pension scheme, a Standard Life Group Personal Pension Scheme.

Free on-site parking for all staff.

Staff discounts on Group products at heavily reduced prices.

Opportunities for training provided by our talented and knowledgeable team.