Design Engineer

We are seeking a talented Design Engineer to join a growing engineering team focused on developing integrated electro-mechanical control solutions.

You’ll play a key role in the design and development, working across the full product development lifecycle from concept through to validation and launch.

As a Design Engineer, you will work within a collaborative engineering team delivering new product development and value engineering projects. You will contribute to the design, testing, and implementation of electromechanical and controls-based solutions, helping bring innovative products to market while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electromechanical products.

• Generate and present innovative design concepts, translating ideas into practical engineering solutions.

• Support multiple new product development and value engineering projects, ensuring delivery to agreed timescales.

• Work closely with customers, internal stakeholders, and sales teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications.

• Provide technical support for product-related enquiries and site-based issues.

• Produce and maintain 3D CAD models, assemblies, drawings, and technical documentation.

• Participate in design reviews, DFMEA, PFMEA, DFM, and related engineering processes to ensure robust product design.

• Support prototype development, testing, validation, and performance evaluation activities.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges and developing innovative solutions.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Relevant Qualifications OR equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.

• Experience in electromechanical product design and development.

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as castings, machined components, and plastic mouldings.

• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (Creo/Pro Engineer preferred, but open).

• Understanding of controls systems and integrated electromechanical solutions.

• Experience working within structured product development environments.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

The Hire Place LLP is acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of its client