Design Engineer

  • £30000 - £40000 per annum
  • Otley, West Yorkshire
  • Permanent

W Talent are partnering with a heavy engineering business based in Otley, West Yorkshire, who are looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in a variety of engineering projects and support the delivery of high-quality manufactured products.

Key Responsibilities

  • Produce models and manufacturing drawings from written specifications and concept designs.
  • Support Design Managers and Project Engineers by delivering detailed design drawings within project timelines.
  • Ensure accuracy and consistency of technical content across manufacturing drawings and bills of materials.
  • Ensure all drawing construction and numbering adheres to internal drawing system standards.
  • Work under the direction of the Project Engineer/Design Manager.
  • Deliver manufacturing drawings on time in line with the project schedule.
  • Liaise with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical and aligned with production capabilities.
  • Undertake occasional site visits for surveys or to resolve technical/engineering issues.
  • Develop 3D models and produce/check manufacturing drawings for issue.
  • Ensure complete and accurate bills of materials are produced.
  • Escalate any critical mechanical design or safety concerns to the Project Engineer/Design Manager.
  • Assist with investigations into errors and contribute to identifying root causes.
  • Participate in design and production review meetings as required.
  • Produce simple design calculations for approval.
  • Carry out any additional duties appropriate to the role and business needs.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

  • HNC or Degree in Mechanical, Product or Design Engineering.
  • Experience using Autodesk Inventor (preferred) or other 3D design software.
  • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
  • Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Any experience in fabrication and sheet-metal design would prove highly advantageous but not essential.

Salary & Benefits

  • Salary £30,000 to £40,000, depending on experience
  • Generous holiday allowance and flexible working options to support a positive work-life balance
  • Excellent progression opportunities within a growing engineering team
  • Ongoing training and professional development to support your career growth

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