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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** The Hire Place Llp
- **Location:** Ipswich, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, Adobe InDesign, Creo Elements/Pro (Computer-Aided Design Software), Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Value Engineering, Creo
- **Published:** June 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/38907527/

## About the Role

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.

## Description

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.


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