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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd.
- **Location:** Poole, UK
- **Salary:** £35,000.0 - £40,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, SolidWorks (CAD), Failure Mode Effects Analysis
- **Published:** October 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.bennettandgame.com/apply-role?role=70741

## About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Design Engineer to join a busy engineering and manufacturing environment, taking responsibility for the design and development of bespoke handling equipment. The successful candidate will have previous mechanical design experience within a manufacturing environment, with strong Solidworks skills and the ability to take designs from initial concept through to manufacture., * Previous experience working in a Mechanical Design Engineer, Technical Design Engineer or similar engineering design position.

 * Strong working knowledge of SolidWorks, including 3D modelling, assemblies and detailed manufacturing drawings.
 * A qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Design, Product Design or a related engineering discipline.
 * Good practical understanding of mechanical engineering principles and manufacturing processes.
 * Experience designing fabricated or manufactured components and assemblies would be advantageous.
 * Knowledge of FEA, risk assessments, FMEA and technical documentation would be beneficial.

## Description

Design Engineer required. Our client is a well-established UK manufacturer of high-quality bespoke materials handling equipment, supplying specialist solutions to customers., * Producing concept and detailed mechanical designs for new products, bespoke customer requirements and modifications to existing equipment.

 * Creating 3D CAD models, assemblies and detailed manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks.
 * Carrying out product testing and design validation, including manual engineering calculations and FEA analysis where required.
 * Producing engineering documentation, including risk assessments, FMEA documentation and technical files.
 * Creating clear General Arrangement drawings based on customer requirements, specifications and supplied samples.
 * Liaising directly with customers and suppliers to clarify technical requirements, resolve design queries and develop practical engineering solutions.
 * Supporting the technical sales team by providing drawings, technical input and design guidance during the quotation and project-scoping stages.