Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer
Cannock
-33,000 - -40,000 per annum
Full Time, Permanent

I am pleased to be working with an established manufacturing business in Cannock to recruit an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong SolidWorks skills and experience in mechanical product design who enjoys taking products from an initial idea through to production. You''ll be joining a supportive engineering team where you''ll have the chance to develop new products, improve existing designs and see your ideas brought to life.

If you enjoy solving engineering challenges, working on a variety of projects and making a genuine impact, we''d love to hear from you.

-Key Responsibilities

• Designing and developing new products, taking ideas from the initial concept right through to production
• Creating 3D models, technical drawings and assemblies using SolidWorks
• Building and testing prototypes, making improvements to ensure products perform well and are ready for manufacture
• Preparing the technical drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and documentation needed to support production
• Working closely with the production team to make sure designs are practical, efficient and cost-effective to manufacture
• Looking at ways to improve existing products through new materials, manufacturing techniques and design enhancements
• Supporting design changes and continuous improvement projects as products evolve

• Previous experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer or Product Design Engineer role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong SolidWorks skills
• Experience producing manufacturing drawings
• A creative approach to problem-solving with a practical, hands-on mindset
• Someone who enjoys working closely with colleagues across engineering, production and other departments
• Excellent attention to detail and a genuine passion for designing high-quality products