> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/329177-design-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/329177-design-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Design Engineer - **Company:** Hewland Engineering - **Location:** Maidenhead, UK - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** £42,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Computer-Aided Design, Microsoft Outlook, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Subsystems, Windchill, Creo - **Published:** June 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=cebd6c2125f06d90 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Microsoft PowerPoint?, o Degree qualified or similar qualification. o 2 years transmission / gearbox design experience o Able to apply full GD&T o Organised and capable of working efficiently as part of a small team to tight deadlines. o Can demonstrate experience in the design & analysis of transmission and drivetrain components o Knowledge of geartrain production methods o Knowledge of gearbox analytical & experimental validation procedures o Logical and structured thinker with an ability to manage and prioritise personal activity to deliver projects o Good problem-solving skills with an ability to analyse data and determine appropriate actions. o Creative and innovative thinker with an ability to identify opportunities for new products and product enhancements o Capable of working with Creo Parametric CAD system & Windchill o Strong communication and written skills o MS Office competent (Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint, MS Teams) ## Description o Mechanical design & detailing of transmission gear & shaft assemblies and associated components. o Responsible for identified transmission sub-system or component design as per allocation, ensuring subsystem / component designs meet target specifications / requirements o Support the BOM generation for new product introductions o Support DFMEA generation for transmission and driveline components o Apply appropriate quality tools in the resolution of design issues o Perform tolerance calculations/checking o Perform design calculations (shaft strength/bearing/Synchronisers/Gears) o Prepare, check 2D drawings for release o Use of analytical softwares (like Masta) to support design decisions o Produce presentations to support the reporting of design activities o Provide research & investigative support for the Technology Roadmap o Support VAVE type activities to help reduce the cost and improve function of existing production designs ## Related Videos - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [10M Data Records Lost, Underwater Computing, and Psychedelic Fish - Matthias Geniar](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1908-10m-data-records-lost-underwater-computing-and-psychedelic-fish-matthias-geniar) - [Engineering/Manager Pendulum: Generating compound interest on your career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100348-engineering-manager-pendulum-generating-compound-interest-on-your-career) - [Develop on Windows, Deploy on Red Hat Enterprise Linux](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1600-develop-on-windows-deploy-on-red-hat-enterprise-linux) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Data-Oriented Programming - Version 1.1](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1634-data-oriented-programming-version-1-1) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [A call for Guest Writers for the WeAreDevelopers Magazine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/648-a-call-for-guest-writers-for-the-wearedevelopers-magazine) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Frontend Developer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/233-frontend-developer-salary-in-the-uk)