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Design Engineer – Respiratory Protective Equipment – £55,000 + Benefits – Surrey
Are you an experienced Design Engineer with hands-on expertise in breathing valves or respiratory protective equipment (RPE)?
I’m working with an established engineering manufacturer in Surrey who are seeking a Design Engineer to join their growing technical team.
This is a senior, technical role ideal for someone who thrives on taking projects from concept through to production. You’ll be designing and developing safety-critical products used in both industrial and defence applications — ensuring performance, compliance, and reliability at every stage of the process.
The Role
As a key member of the engineering team, you will:
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Design and develop high-quality mechanical components for respiratory protective systems.
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Lead projects from concept, design, and prototype through to full-scale production.
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Support testing, documentation, and certification to meet relevant regulatory standards.
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Liaise with customers, suppliers, and external testing partners.
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Provide technical input on materials, manufacturing processes, and design optimisation.
About You
We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate:
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Proven experience in breathing valves or respiratory equipment design (essential).
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Proficiency in CREO Parametric / Pro-Engineer.
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A strong background in mechanical design and NPI (New Product Introduction).
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Exposure to injection moulding, rubber moulding, and precision machining.
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Experience with DFMEA, rapid prototyping, and CAD data management systems (DDM or similar).
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Excellent communication skills and the confidence to represent the company with clients and suppliers.
A relevant engineering qualification is essential — a degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar would be an advantage.
What’s on Offer
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Salary: £55,000 per annum
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25 days holiday + bank holidays
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Early finish on Fridays
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Pension scheme
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Opportunity to work on advanced, safety-critical design projects for industrial and defence sectors
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Supportive, technically focused environment with room to grow
If you’re a detail-oriented engineer who enjoys hands-on design, testing, and seeing your work move from concept to real-world use, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected and forward-thinking team.
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