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Permanent

Design Officer Junior

Three Bridges
money-bag £28000 - £35000/annum
Posted Yesterday

Join a fast-paced and collaborative team where your work contributes to safeguarding people and infrastructure in high-profile locations around the world.

This entry-level role supports the mechanical design team by assisting with CAD drawings, documentation, and design administration. It offers a clear development pathway into either advanced CAD modelling or mechanical design engineering, depending on your strengths and interests.

Design Officer Junior responsibilities:

  • Assist with design office administration, including file management and document control
  • Create and update 3D CAD models and technical drawings under supervision
  • Support the preparation of design documentation for internal and external use
  • Maintain drawing databases in line with company standards
  • Participate in design reviews and team meetings to build product knowledge
  • Ensure accuracy and compliance in all drawings and documentation

Skills & experience required:

  • HNC/HND or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or related field (or working towards)
  • Familiarity with 2D and 3D CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo)
  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Clear communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Proactive and collaborative attitude

Desirable Skills

  • Previous experience in a design or engineering environment
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering standards
  • Familiarity with document control systems or PLM software
  • Knowledge of ISO or BS8888 drawing standards

Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • 25 days paid holiday (excluding public holidays)
  • Structured training and development programme
  • Supportive team environment with career progression opportunities
  • Exposure to diverse engineering and design projects
  • Company pension contributions
  • Life assurance benefit

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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