Design Engineer

Design and develop insulation kits for existing and new commercial vehicle models.

• Create accurate engineering drawings and assembly instructions for production teams.
• Design insulated panel assemblies that are practical to manufacture and fit.
• Produce CNC cutting programmes for insulation panels, maximising material use and reducing waste.
• Incorporate refrigeration equipment, controllers, batteries and other aftermarket products into vehicle conversion designs.
• Work closely with manufacturing and installation teams to resolve design and build issues.
• Create and maintain bills of materials and update information within the company’s ERP system.
• Manage design changes and maintain accurate technical documentation.
• Support product development and improvements to quality, safety and manufacturing efficiency.

This role would suit someone with mechanical design experience in a manufacturing environment who enjoys taking designs from concept through to production., At least two years’ relevant engineering design experience.

• HND or degree in an engineering subject.
• Proficient in 3D CAD, ideally Autodesk Inventor and Vault.
• Experience producing mechanical designs and manufacturing drawings.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and practical assembly requirements.
• Proficiency in 2D CNC router programming.
• Strong attention to detail and a practical approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy manufacturing environment.
• Confident communicating with colleagues across engineering and production.

Desirable experience

• Commercial vehicle conversions, coachbuilding or automotive manufacturing.
• Automotive electrical systems, particularly electric vehicles.
• Refrigeration systems and associated equipment.
• Designing panel assemblies or similar manufactured products.

Permanent employment with a salary of £36,000-£38,000 per annum.

• Opportunity to contribute to new products and vehicle conversion designs.
• A collaborative engineering team and varied, practical design work.