Mechanical Design Engineer

Platform Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Design Engineer specializing in fuel injection systems to join their team in Kent. This full-time, permanent position offers a competitive salary and a relocation package of up to £8,000. The successful candidate will design high-precision components and work collaboratively to improve system efficiency with a focus on continuous advancements.

Benefits

Relocation support up to GBP8,000

Hybrid working (up to 2 days from home)

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension, dental plan, on-site gym

Subsidised restaurant

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing development

Qualifications

• 5-10 years design experience required.
• Strong CAD skills in SolidWorks, NX, or CATIA needed.
• Experience with GD&T, DFMEA, and DFM principles expected.

Responsibilities

• Design high-pressure fuel injection components and systems.
• Create 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure DFM and cost-efficiency.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

CAD skills

DFMEA

GD&T

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

CATIA

Job description

Design Engineer Fuel Injection Systems

Kent
Competitive Salary + Up to GBP8K Relocation Package
Full–Time Permanent Hybrid Working

We re hiring a Design Engineer on behalf of a global engineering client working at the forefront of fuel injection technology. Based in Kent, this role focuses on the design and development of high–precision diesel fuel injection systems used across commercial and industrial applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design high–pressure fuel injection components and systems

• Create 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings

• Apply DFMEA and GD&T in design reviews

• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure DFM and cost–efficiency

• Analyse test data to support continuous improvement

Requirements:

• Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

• 5 10 years design experience

• Strong CAD skills (SolidWorks, NX or CATIA)

• Experience with GD&T, DFMEA, and DFM principles

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Benefits:

• Relocation support up to GBP8,000

• Hybrid working (up to 2 days from home)

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

• Pension, dental plan, on–site gym & subsidised restaurant

• Employee Assistance Programme & ongoing development

Apply now to take the next step in your design engineering career!