Design and Development Engineer
Location: Derby
Term: Permanent
Salary: -35,000 - -45,000 per annum

A well-established engineering company based in Derby is seeking a Design and Development Engineer to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in both the conceptual and practical stages of new product development and innovation.

The Design and Development Engineer will ideally have the following:

• Degree or HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
  
  
• Proven experience in a mechanical design or product development role
  
  
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
  
  
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and design for manufacture (DFM)
  
  
• Ability to take a product from concept through to production
  
  
• Creative problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  
  
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
  
  

The Design and Development Engineer role will involve:

• Designing new products and developing improvements to existing products
  
  
• Creating 3D CAD models and detailed technical drawings
  
  
• Prototyping, testing, and validating new designs
  
  
• Working closely with production, quality, and purchasing teams to ensure manufacturability and cost-efficiency
  
  
• Conducting design reviews and risk assessments
  
  
• Maintaining accurate documentation throughout the product development lifecycle
  
  

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your updated CV, along with your availability and salary expectations.