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Design Engineer
Job Posted: 4 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leicester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Design Engineer / Mechanical Design Engineer / CAD Engineer required to join a specialist engineering manufacturer in the Midlands.
Design Engineer / Mechanical Design Engineer / CAD Engineer will be an experienced engineering professional with a background in automotive, mechanical, or electro-mechanical systems. You’ll bring proven expertise in 3D CAD, applications/specification engineering, and supporting technical projects with both internal teams and external customers.
Working as part of a small, close-knit engineering department, you’ll play a key role in supporting product specification, technical problem-solving, and industry projects. The role involves liaising with customers on braking and suspension systems, contributing to telematics and monitoring developments, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and trade body requirements.
Package:
Up to £50,000 (Depending on experience)
Annual bonus (equivalent to approx. 8% of salary)
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Pension scheme
Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per weekRoles:
Produce and review 3D CAD models of components and assemblies
Support customers with braking and suspension system specifications
Perform engineering calculations for trailer designs
Contribute to telematics and monitoring projects (testing & validation)
Liaise with trade bodies and government on compliance/regulation
Provide input to R&D initiatives and process improvements
Work closely with quality, technical services, and wider engineering teamsRequirements:
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a design or applications engineering role (automotive, mechanical, or electro-mechanical sector preferred)
Degree, HNC or HND in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline
Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks or similar)
Strong understanding of mechanical systems; exposure to electronics/telematics advantageous
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and customer-facing skills
Full UK driving licence
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