Design Engineer

Our client based in the Pontefract area are looking for a Design Engineer to joint their well-established engineering team. The successful candidate will have gained 3 to 5 years design experience, ideally working on Solidworks or a similar package.

The Role
As Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and development of a range of equipment, tooling, jigs and fixtures etc. Working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will be responsible for delivering innovative and cost-effective design solutions from concept through to production.

Key responsibilities will include:
• Producing Engineering drawings using CAD software (Solidworks).
• Supporting new product development and continuous improvement initiatives
• Liaising with internal and external teams to ensure design feasibility
• Conducting design calculations and analysis to validate performance and safety requirements
• Managing design changes and maintaining accurate engineering documentation
• Supporting prototype builds and testing activities
• Site work (e.g. measuring jobs)

Working hours:
Day shift Monday to Friday with an earlier finish on Friday.
Flexibility with start times can be accommodated
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed