Product Design Engineer

Roundhouse recruitment; Swadlincote; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction group in the UK is seeking a Junior Design Engineer to engage in R&D and product innovation. You will create CAD drawings, conduct testing, and contribute to product improvement projects. Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD is required. Enjoy hybrid working and a tailored progression plan in a dynamic environment. Ideal for those passionate about construction and sustainability.

Benefits

Hybrid Work After Probation

Tailored Progression Plan

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay

33 Days Holiday

Health Cash Plan

Spot Rewards

Staff Discounts

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Background in Product Design or R&D.
• Hands-on problem solver with a passion for innovation.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed CAD drawings for new products.
• Support value engineering and testing.
• Drive product improvement projects.
• Collaborate for feasibility and commercial viability.
• Prepare technical documentation and test reports.
• Contribute to innovation workshops.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Analytical problem-solving

Attention to detail

Innovation

Job description

Overview

Product Design Engineer (R&D / Solidworks) — £30,000 - £38,000 + Hybrid Work after Probation + Tailored Progression Plan + Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay + 33 Days Holiday (Increases with Service) + Westfield Health Cash Plan + Spot Rewards + Staff Discounts + Life Assurance

Are you a Design Engineer or similar (SolidWorks) who wants to move into Bespoke Product Innovation and Development for an award winning Construction group? This is a unique opportunity to join one of Europe\'s leading Building Product Manufacturers, working on new and existing products used across a range of Construction Projects globally. You\'ll move beyond repetitive drafting into R&D work that makes a tangible impact. This Design Engineer / R&D role blends design, analysis and experimentation, giving you variety, progression and the chance to see ideas turned into manufactured products used around the world.

What you\'ll do

• Use SolidWorks and AutoCAD to produce detailed CAD drawings for new products and modifications
• Support value engineering, CFD analysis, prototyping and testing
• Drive product improvement projects that deliver cost savings and performance gains
• Collaborate with manufacturing, finance and marketing to ensure feasibility and commercial viability
• Prepare technical documentation, test reports and patent support files
• Contribute to innovation workshops and new product concepts across the group

What you\'ll need

• From a Product Design / R&D background or similar
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Analytical, hands-on problem solver with strong attention to detail
• Passion for innovation and sustainability in the construction/built-environment sector

Why join

• Join a group-wide innovation function with exposure to multiple product lines
• Clear progression into senior R&D, design leadership or project management
• See your work manufactured and sold across Europe
• Variety and creativity beyond typical junior drafting roles - ideal for a Junior Design Engineer aiming for impact
• Ready to progress as a Junior Design Engineer? Apply now with your CV.

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