SolidWorks Design Engineer - Product Development

Asset Appointments; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Asset Appointments is seeking an experienced Design Engineer in the United Kingdom to drive product development from concept through to manufacture, using Solidworks to produce robust 3D CAD models, drawings, and BOMs. You will collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to push projects forward.

The role requires a degree in engineering or related design discipline, a proactive mindset, and a track record in design/manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in a design/manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of design strategy and manufacturing processes.
• Solid CAD skills with Solidworks and engineering practice.

Responsibilities

• Product design and development for new and existing product manufacturing.
• Involvement in research and development linked to prototype builds and testing.
• Identification, consideration, and implementation of product improvement projects.
• Creating production ready data including engineering drawings, bills of materials and 3D CAD models.
• Liaise with suppliers through the complete product development process.
• Understanding and implementation of relevant product approvals.
• Technical support for customers, suppliers and development partners as required.
• Adherence to internal quality management systems.
• Involvement in the management of product development projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Proactive project management

Self-motivation

Problem-solving

Education

BEng, HND/C or equivalent in engineering/product/industrial design

Tools

Solidworks

Job description

Asset Appointments is seeking an experienced Design Engineer in the United Kingdom to drive product development from concept through to manufacture, using Solidworks to produce robust 3D CAD models, drawings, and BOMs. You will collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to push projects forward.

The role requires a degree in engineering or related design discipline, a proactive mindset, and a track record in design/manufacturing environments.