Product Design Engineer

Premier Engineering; Axminster; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist product design company in Axminster is seeking a Product Design Engineer for a permanent position. This hybrid role requires proficiency in CAD software and experience in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include using CAD for designs, producing technical and fabrication drawings, and communicating with clients. Competitive salary range of £40,000 - £45,000 dependent on experience. Apply with your up-to-date CV.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Design or CAD Operation.
• Experience working with metal, wood, and extruded materials.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Use CAD for concept design and technical drawings.
• Produce fabrication drawings.
• Communicate with clients to determine requirements.
• Liaise with manufacturing providers.

Skills

3D CAD software proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ in Design or Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

ROLE - Product Design Engineer

LOCATION - Axminster

TERM - Permanent (Hybrid up to 2 days a week)

SALARY- £40,000 - £45,000, dependent on experience

My client is a specialist product designer and manufacturer. They are looking for a Product Design Engineer to join their team in Axminster on a permanent basis.

Required qualifications

• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Design, Engineering or similar
• Min 3 years' experience in a similar Design / CAD Operation position
• Experienced working with metal, wood and extruded materials
• Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
• Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks etc.
• Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi‑disciplinary team
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Proficient using MS Office
• Excellent organisational skills and time management skills

Role responsibilities

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
• Producing fabrication drawings to bespoke requirements
• Communicating directly with clients to determine requirements
• Liaising with manufacturing providers
• Being involved in final assembly of products
• Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
• Updating 3D models and drawings
• Checking drawings for sign off
• Working in a small multi‑disciplinary team on varied projects

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible