Design Engineer

• Contributing to the design and development of mechanical, electrical or control systems from initial concept through to production
• Supporting the creation of design documentation, drawings, specifications and technical reports to ISO 9001 standards
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality assurance and project management to ensure designs are manufacturable and meet requirements
• Participating in design reviews, tolerance analysis and failure mode assessment
• Supporting prototype development and testing activities
• Liaising with suppliers and external partners on component specifications and technical queries
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and design process refinement, Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:
• Exposure to the full product design lifecycle and the opportunity to see your designs move into production
• The chance to work on technically challenging projects within a quality-focused environment
• Collaboration with experienced engineering teams and exposure to best practices
• Potential for skill development in advanced CAD, simulation and design methodology
• Flexible working arrangements and the support of an experienced recruitment team
• Structured contract terms with clarity on duration and potential extension

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Controls or equivalent)
• Proficiency in CAD software (such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD or equivalent)
• Working knowledge of design principles, tolerance analysis and GD&T
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management standards
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to problem-solving
• Authorization to work in the United Kingdom

Nice-to-have experience could include:

• Experience in regulated industries or ISO 13485 (medical device) environments
• Knowledge of FEA (Finite Element Analysis) or simulation tools
• Experience with design failure analysis or FMEA
• Project management or Agile experience
• Additional certifications in quality or design engineering

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