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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** Rubicon People
- **Location:** Poole, UK
- **Salary:** £35,000.0 - £38,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Simulation Software
- **Published:** September 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b7b3663c09dce798

## About the Role

* A solid grounding in mechanical engineering design, both 2D and 3D
 * Proficiency in Inventor and AutoCAD
 * Sound understanding of materials, stress/strain and hydraulic systems
 * Confidence carrying out and applying engineering calculations
 * Competence with Word, Excel and email
 * A methodical, structured approach to your work, ideally gained within manufacturing or engineering

If you're a Design Engineer looking to deepen your technical expertise in a specialist field, with the security of a long-term role behind you, this is a chance to build real mastery. Apply today with an up-to-date CV.

## Description

This Design Engineer role puts your Inventor and AutoCAD skills to work on specialist equipment used by customers around the world.

You'll master a niche process few engineers ever get to learn, with full training and a salary review built in from the start.

As a Design Engineer, you will benefit from:

 * Early finish every Friday at 12.30pm
 * 28 days holiday + bank holidays
 * Overseas working allowance of £150 per day, with all expenses covered
 * Opportunity to join a profit share bonus scheme
 * Full training on bespoke ERP and specialist metal simulation software
 * Workwear and safety equipment provided, including safety glasses
 * Tax-free £50 birthday and Christmas gifts
 * Summer and Christmas social events
 * Mobile and company credit card provided after 6 months

As a Design Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

 * Producing accurate 2D and 3D designs and drawings using Inventor and AutoCAD
 * Applying engineering calculations to solve design challenges involving materials, stress/strain and hydraulic systems
 * Building specialist knowledge of the company's process to provide expert technical support to customers
 * Contributing across all areas of the business as priorities require
 * Supporting customers at international sites when required


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