Design Engineer

• Conceptualize, develop, and refine detailed design specifications for new products or components
• Utilize CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software to create precise 3D models and technical drawings
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality assurance, and R&D to ensure designs meet all technical and safety standards
• Conduct design reviews, simulations, and testing to validate functionality and performance of prototypes
• Identify opportunities for design improvements that enhance manufacturability, cost-efficiency, and product durability
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of design processes, revisions, and testing results
• Support the transition from design to production by providing technical guidance and resolving design-related issues
• Assisting the marketing team with image rendering and video media, website and social media content
• Managing and implementing CFD based modelling and working with the R&D engineer in this process
• Managing our in-house laboratory and working alongside the R&D engineer across testing projects, The successful candidate will report to the Technical Director and will be expected to manage the day-to-day running of the technical and R&D function.

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Senior Design Engineer, with a minimum of 5 years experience in a similar workplace role, to join our team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of developing cutting-edge designs that drive product excellence and customer satisfaction. Your creativity, technical expertise, and problem-solving skills will contribute to transforming ideas into functional, reliable, and efficient solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for passionate engineers eager to make a tangible impact through design innovation and collaboration., * Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field; advanced degrees are a plus

• Proven expertise and experience in product or mechanical design using CAD software, specifically the applicant will be highly proficient in SolidWorks
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, materials science, and manufacturing processes, particularly in extrusion, metal fabrication and injection moulding processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail and innovation
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly across teams
• Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations relevant to product development
• Strong competence in Adobe Creative software
• A strong competence in running CFD software would be a significant advantage - e.g. SolidWorks Simulator, Ansys Fluent, Simcenter STAR-CCM+

Pulled from the full job description Free parking Employee stock ownership plan Company pension Private medical insurance Casual dress On-site parking, * Casual dress

• Company pension
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Our company has a rich history in inventing great technologies and bringing them to market. We are seeking a design engineer who can think like we do - and contribute to our pipeline of innovations to continue our story and contribute to future successes.

The company is and EOT (Employee Owned Trust). As such, the successful candidate will benefit from indirect ownership of the company, based on length of service and specific EOT allowances, which include:

• Potential to Earn Yearly Tax-Free Bonuses: of up to £3,600, based on performance.
• Shared Success: in the success, growth and surplus profits of the business as it performs well over time.