Junior Product Design Engineer

Our client is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality lighting and furnishing products, supplying the interior design and specification market. Renowned for beautifully designed and expertly made products, they are now looking for a Junior Design Engineer to join their Design & Technical team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career design engineer to develop their technical and product development skills within a creative and collaborative environment. You do need however to be already living within a commutable distance or if you need to relocate, have family in the area.

The Role:

Working alongside experienced designers and engineers, you will support the development of new and existing products, producing accurate CAD data, manufacturing drawings and technical documentation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Producing 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings using Solid Works or similar CAD software
• Creating BOMs, technical specifications and product documentation
• Supporting prototyping, sample inspection, testing and 3D printing
• Liaising with Production, Quality and Procurement teams to resolve technical queries
• Contributing to design reviews and product development projects
• Maintaining accurate CAD, PDM and technical documentation

About You:

As a Graduate or Junior Design Engineer with up to two years' experience, you will have:

• A degree or HND in Product Design, Design Engineering or a related discipline
• Good knowledge of 3D CAD and technical drawing, ideally Solid Works
• An understanding of materials, manufacturing processes and Design for Manufacture
• Good practical problem-solving skills and a commercially aware approach
• The ability to manage multiple projects and work to tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and enthusiasm to develop your career

What's on Offer?

• £28,000 - £30,000
• 25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Pension
• Excellent opportunity for career development within a highly regarded design-led business