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Design Engineer
Job in
Marton, Lancashire, HU11, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-20
Listing for:
Insight Select
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-20
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Product Engineer, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design -
Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Product Engineer, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Ad – Design Engineer Design Engineer – Blackpool, Lancashire
A well-established manufacturing business is looking for a Design Engineer to join its Product Design team in Blackpool.
This is a hands-on engineering role focused on taking products from design through to production, with particular responsibility for production tooling, jigs, fixtures and CNC programming. You’ll work closely with suppliers, manufacturers and the wider Product Design team to ensure tooling and production methods meet the required quality, cost and efficiency standards.
Key responsibilities:
Design and develop production jigs and fixtures using 3D CAD and 3D printing
Programme and support CNC machinery
Review, approve and sign off production tooling
Liaise with suppliers and the wider supply chain to resolve technical issues
Attend tooling trials and assess first-off samples, with some potential overseas travel
Carry out dimensional checks against engineering drawings and specifications
Audit and improve production assembly methods
Conduct time and motion studies to improve efficiency and reduce costs
Manage the existing tooling portfolio, including maintenance, modification and replacement
Produce detailed 2D component and assembly drawings
Maintain parts lists and Bills of Materials
What we're looking for:
Strong experience using 3D CAD, ideally Solid Works
Experience producing detailed 2D engineering drawings
Knowledge of different manufacturing processes
Understanding of production tooling and Design for Manufacture
Knowledge of CNC equipment and CNC programming
Engineering, manufacturing or design experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Confident, proactive and self-motivated approach
Good communication skills and ability to work to deadlines
Full, clean UK driving licence
Desirable experience:
Plastic moulding – rotational, injection or blow moulding
3D printing / rapid prototyping
Tooling and toolmaking
Time and motion studies
Project managementA Mechanical or Design Engineering qualification such as an HNC, HND or degree would be beneficial.
Permanent, full-time
Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm
Flextime available
Blackpool, Lancashire
Competitive salary
33 days’ holiday, increasing with service
Performance bonuses
Pension schemes
Private healthcare after qualifying period
Life insurance
On-site parking, café and gym
Training and professional development
Career progression opportunities
No visa sponsorship available
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