Product Design Engineer

Computerworld Personnel Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Product Design Engineer based in Bristol. This role involves assisting in the design of inflatable safety products, creating CAD models, and collaborating with teams on design feasibility. Ideal candidates will have a diploma or degree in engineering, along with over 2 years of relevant design experience. The position offers competitive salary and benefits including 26 days plus bank holidays, pension, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

26 Days + Bank Holidays

Pension

Life Assurance cover

Company sick pay

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a design role.
• Experience with CAD tools like AutoCAD and SolidEdge.
• Qualified in engineering or product design.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing inflatable safety and rescue products.
• Create and modify CAD models and technical drawings.
• Support prototype development and testing.

Skills

Design experience

2D and 3D CAD modeling

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Diploma or degree in engineering or product design

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidEdge

Job description

Product Design Engineer

Porth CF40

£28-30,000

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

Suitable candidates should apply immediately by calling Jack Lavis for this vacancy - on 02920 894900 or by sending your CV directly to him at [e-mail]

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.