Design Engineer

About Master Mover: Master Mover is a leading provider of innovative material handling solutions. With a focus on electric tugs and automation, we empower companies to enhance productivity and safety. Our patented products are used by leading industrial global brands to advance workplace efficiency and safety. With our global headquarters based in the UK and sales operations in the USA, France and Germany, plus our extended network of sales partners and territory managers, we have an exciting future ahead.

Job Overview: As a Design Engineer at Master Mover, you'll be an integral part of our existing product team, focused on enhancing the design, performance, and manufacturability of our current range of machines. This role is about more than just drawing up designs—it’s about driving real, measurable improvements that benefit our business, our customers, and our team on the shop floor.

• Deliver high-quality mechanical design improvements to existing product lines
• Support and lead engineering-based continuous improvement (CI) initiatives across the full standard product portfolio
• Collaborate with Purchasing to identify and implement cost‑saving design changes
• Assist with prototyping, field testing, and creating engineering documentation
• Get hands‑on‑gathering real‑world feedback from production and operators

• A degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or a related discipline
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (Solid Edge, Solid Works or similar)
• A strong foundation in mechanical engineering design principles
• Understanding of sheet metal, machined parts, and fabrication processes
  
  Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• An understanding of DFM/DFA and a genuine interest in cost‑effective, user‑centred design
• A methodical approach to problem‑solving and product improvement
• Excellent attention to detail, clear documentation skills, and a passion for delivering robust solutions
• A team-oriented, can‑do mindset, happy to collaborate and take initiative

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for personal development
• A collaborative team culture with a market leading brand