Design Engineer

Design Engineer role based near Dartford, joining a growing family-run access equipment business delivering high-profile construction projects nationwide.

This family-run construction and access equipment business has been established for over 10 years and continues to grow year on year. Known for delivering reliable, high-quality solutions across major construction sites, the company operates in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where collaboration, technical excellence, and pride in workmanship are central. With ongoing investment in people and equipment, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable yet progressive organisation.

• Salary between £50,000 and £60,000 per annum
  , depending on experience
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Ongoing development and training
• Opportunity to work on high-profile construction projects nationwide
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive, close-knit, family-run working environment

As a Design Engineer
, you will play a key role in producing safe, practical, and compliant designs to support access equipment installations across live construction sites. Based near Dartford with regular site visits, the Design Engineer will work closely with internal teams, contractors, and customers to ensure designs are delivered accurately and on time.

Key responsibilities include:

• Producing detailed design and installation drawings using AutoCAD and 3D design software
• Designing interfaces, fixings, and tie arrangements with structures and scaffolding
• Interpreting site drawings, load data, and technical information
• Supporting projects from concept through to site handover
• Updating and improving existing designs in line with current standards and legislation
  
  Liaising with site teams, contractors, and internal departments

This Design Engineer role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to make a real impact within a growing business. The Design Engineer will be trusted with autonomy while being fully supported by an experienced team.

To be successful as a Design Engineer
, you will ideally have:

• Experience with in construction, access equipment, or design engineering environments
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and 3D design software
• A mechanical, structural, or fabrication design background
• A practical, detail-focused, problem-solving mindset
• The ability to manage workload independently while collaborating with others

This Design Engineer position suits someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and wants long-term career stability.

To be successful in this role, you may have worked as a:
Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, Access Equipment Design Engineer, Construction Design Engineer, Plant Design Engineer, Structural Design Engineer, CAD Design Engineer, Senior Design Engineer, Hoist Design Engineer

If you are a Design Engineer looking for a secure role with progression, technical variety, and high-profile projects, we would love to hear from you.