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MANUFACTURING DESIGN ENGINEER

Job Description

Company and Role Overview

This is an excellent opportunity with a world leader in the design and manufacture of precision-engineered products.

The company has built a reputation for quality, innovation, and reliability. With a global presence across Europe, USA and Asia, they are continuously innovating to meet the evolving needs of the industry. 

The Manufacturing Design Engineer will design and develop new products, from concept to final approval. Technically support customers and the manufacturing base. Analyse existing products and identify areas to improve product design and reduce costs.

You will be joining an established team, some of whom have been with the company for a long time, which highlights the excellent working environment here. 


Manufacturing Design Engineer Pay and Hours 

  • £42,000 - £50,000 
  • 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday with some flexibility on start and finish times


Benefits
(There are many benefits, but to highlight a few)

  • 32 days holiday’s including bank holidays
  • Above average company pension contribution
  • Annual bonus payment
  • On site Gym, amongst other leisure areas onsite
  • Life insurance
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Enhanced sickness benefit

Commutable from the following areas: Blackburn, Preston, Blackpool, Burnley, Bolton


Manufacturing Design Engineer Candidate Requirements

  • Creo experience would be ideal, but any 3D design proficiency would be considered. 
  • MathCAD experience is desirable. Besides this, any proven experience of calculations would be useful.
  • Demonstrable experience from a Manufacturing or Machining environment. 
  • Knowledge of different materials, manufacturing processes and assembly methods.
  • A problem solver, with previous experience dealing directly with customers, preparing technical specifications and presenting proposals.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects at any one time.
  • Able to oversee and manage suppliers as required within a project’s development.

Manufacturing Design Engineer Key Responsibilities (but not limited to)

  • The Manufacturing Design Engineer will process new enquiries for the design department, ensuring all necessary follow-up action has been adhered to such as enquiry processing, delivery of quotation/design proposal for new contract research & consultancy.
  • Develop close working relationships with clients and ensuring client liaison is continually adhered to.
  • Undertake design and engineering analysis and support activity including FEA (dynamic, non-linear) on design projects within the department and as a dedicated service.
  • Development and detailing of product design and engineering support from concept through to detailed design and manufacturing implementation, support as required across a broad spectrum of manufacturing processes and techniques.
  • Undertake project management as directed by the Design Director. All project management activity to comply with industry guidelines and ensure good client liaison, budget management and the completion of project deliverables to agreed timescales.
  • To perform stress and strain calculations to recognised formulae and clearly layout workings to allow colleagues to interpret and validate the design.

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates.

If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or APPLY and I will be in touch.

Should you want to learn more about any of our DESIGN, R&D & FEA vacancies, or should you just want to discuss your particular needs, then please do not hesitate to contact me to have an informal, confidential chat.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Design R&D & FEA Recruitment Support since 1994

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Design Engineer?  Look no further, we have just the job for you!
This role is key, giving you responsibility to create new product designs from concept through to production

Commutable from Birmingham, Redditch, Studley, Coventry, Bromsgrove, Earlswood, Solihull, Stratford Upon Avon, Kidderminster, Leamington Spa, Alcester, Evesham and Halesowen 

KEY BENEFITS

  • Salary: £ 35,000 - £45,000 Negotiable – dependant on experience
  • Free parking on site
  • Very stable business
  • Long established with multiple supplier base
  • Unlimited Career progression – Super progression prospects
  • Friendly supportive team
  • Lunchtime finish Friday

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Create new product designs from concept through to production
  • Conduct design changes to existing products
  • Attend NPI meetings
  • Working with a wide range of materials, such as plastic injection mould, castings and metals
  • This is a multi-dimensional role, with a range of projects on the go, at any one time
  • Working closely with customers and suppliers
  • Drive cost reduction projects 
  • BOM and Part creation, drawing revision and Issues control
  • Familiar with computer simulation and modelling programs
  • If experienced, review Design Engineers work

REQUIREMENTS

  • Relevant Qualifications to support experience- ideally, to Degree level
  • It is essential that you have exposure to 3D & “D CAD, such as Solidworks or CATIA
  • Ideally, you will have gained your experience from within a manufacturing environment
  • Good knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
  • Knowledge of diecast, moulded, pressed or machined parts would be advantageous
  • This would suit a friendly, sociable character
  • To have the ability to work on a n umber of projects at any one time
  • Keen eye for detail
  • To have the ability build relationships

This is a super opportunity to be part of a stable, long standing, busy organisation, where your prospects are in your own hands.  This is a friendly inclusive team, and would make your working day, very pleasurable.

 

 

Company

This is a fantastic opportunity with a global company that continues to grow, both in size and revenue. They consider themselves to be agile and highly innovative, embracing the technology associated within the industry. The business has a strong family culture which provides a positive working environment where employees feel valued and trusted.

If you are looking for an established career with a global leader in a period of real exciting growth, a business who are big advocates of organic growth and development of their staff, then this will be ideal for you!


Mechanical Design Engineer Salary, Hours and Benefits

  • £45,000 - £52,000
  • Hybrid working
  • 37.5 hours per week, with some flexibility
  • Excellent company pension
  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Company bonus
  • Dental and health benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Annual group shares
  • Fantastic work environment
  • Your chance to work for a global company who going through exponential growth

Commutable From: Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Walsall, Dudley, Kidderminster  


Mechanical Design Engineer Role Overview

The business is looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a pre‐existing Engineering project team focussed on the development, documentation and validation of multiple assemblies and subassemblies used within the company’s existing products.

Activities within this role will include providing technical review into existing assemblies made onsite, creation of new assembly drawings as well as planning for and performing any necessary validation testing required for final project approvals.

The role will be primarily focussed on the maintenance and development of existing products and assemblies, however, work may be supplemented by additional NPD work and projects.


Mechanical Design Engineer Candidate Requirements

  • Degree or similar qualification in Mechanical Design Engineering or comparable subject.
  • Experience in 3D CAD software CREO and Windchill (other similar CAD software will also be considered).
  • Ability to accurately read, layout and create 2D Engineering drawings, in particular assembly style drawings.
  • Understanding of geometric tolerances and other similar Engineering principles.
  • Understanding of Bills of Materials.
  • Experience and understanding of ERP software(s) (Microsoft Navision preferred).
  • Hands‐on approach to product testing.


Mechanical Design Engineer Key Responsibilities 

  • Design and development of mechanisms, components, and assemblies with a focus on existing company products.
  • Generation of mechanical drawings and specifications using 3D CAD packages.
  • Inspection, testing and validation of designs and products.
  • Support the introduction of parts and designs into manufacturing and production.
  • Assessment and documentation of products against required specifications and standards.
  • Assisting the Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and teams where necessary.
 

The Company

Operating from a new factory, this UK leading business has an outstanding reputation for quality, reliability and workmanship.

They offer a full design service, project management and product development facilities. While still focusing on the Retail market, they now offer design expertise, prototyping and manufacturing for the hospitality, healthcare, corporate, sport, leisure and education sectors.


CAD Designer (Shopfitting) Salary, Hours and Benefits

  • £35,000 - £45,000
  • 39 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm
  • Hybrid working – two days per week from the office
  • Modern manufacturing facility
  • Onsite parking


This role is commutable from the following areas: Oldbury, Dudley, West Bromwich, Wolverhampton, Stourbridge


CAD Designer (Shopfitting) Role Overview

Due to the growth of the company, the business is seeking an enthusiastic person to join their Design department. The role will be to specialise in the design of retail equipment within Interior Shop Fit Outs. Knowledge of CAD Design, Autodesk Inventor or Solidworks and having a background within retail shopfitting would be hugely advantageous. 

The ideal candidate will be able to work as part of a team and follow instructions but also act on your own accord, whilst working to tight deadlines and schedules. The role will be to create full production drawing packs, create cutting list and requisition sheets whilst supporting the rest of the team, ensuring all projects are delivered on schedule and on budget.


CAD Designer (Shopfitting) Candidate Requirements

  • Highly proficient in Solidworks packages or Autodesk Inventor
  • Experience in the design and manufacture of retail equipment / retail interiors (this experience would be a big advantage)
  • An Engineering / Design degree would be useful, but is not essential
  • Knowledge of different timbers, materials and joinery
  • Good working knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes
  • Excellent engineering problem solving
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite – beneficial
  • Full UK driving licence


CAD Designer (Shopfitting) Key Responsibilities

CAD design and development of retail equipment
Create full production drawing packs
Create cutting lists and requisition sheets


CAD Designer (Shopfitting) Soft Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • High attention to detail
  • Able to work under pressure and tight deadlines
  • Enthusiastic
  • Team Player
 

Role and Company Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Design Engineer to join a bespoke and successful engineering business. A global supplier with over 40 years of experience, this is one of their most exciting periods, with an increase in demand for their product leading to growth and investment onsite.

If you are an individual who is looking for career growth and development, this role with become a Technical Manager role for the right person within 2+ years.

The role will allow for some hybrid working following successful probation.


Senior Design Engineer Salary and Benefits

  • £40,000 - £45,000
  • 39.5 Hours per week
  • 8:45am – 5:00pm, 4pm finish on Friday’s, or you can work 8:00am – 4:00pm Monday to Friday
  • Some hybrid working following successful probation
  • Private health scheme 
  • Company performance bonus
  • Sick pay
  • Immediate Start 

Commutable from - Birmingham, Derby, Leicester, Coventry, Stone, Wolverhampton, Stafford, Lichfield


Senior Design Engineer Candidate Requirements 

  • Any experience within heavy engineering, castings or similar would be a huge advantage.
  • Ideally qualified to HND or Degree level, but this isn’t essential. 
  • You must have a sound knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and product design processes. 
  • Proven experience using both AutoCAD 2D and Inventor. 
  • Experience of working in a manufacturing environment. 
  • Mentoring and support of junior staff. 
  • The right personality is key, you will be an excellent communicator and a good listener.
  • Able to travel overseas when needed – this won’t be too frequent.


Senior Design Engineer Key Responsibilities

  • The Senior Design Engineer will be responsible for the management of design activities from concept through to production validation.
  • The robust design of products in accordance with the department procedures.
  • Investigating design factors such as function, materials, performance, interchangeability, cost, operational efficiency.
  • Preparation of Project Engineering data for new product assemblies and components, 3D / 2D Drawings, BOM's, Technical Specifications.
  • Customer technical liaison on new projects, ensuring that the designs meet the customer's requirements and often exceed their expectations and remain competitive to achieve sales growth and increase market share.
  • FEA of critical components. 
 

This is your chance to join an internationally recognised business / brand, who are in a substantial period of growth. They have a unique environment, a great bunch to work with who are incredibly passionate about their products and the industry as a whole.

Most of their staff have worked in the industry for a long time and they are looking for an individual who wishes to grow with the company and share in their current and future success.


Role Overview

Due to continued growth, the business is looking for an experienced Electronics Engineer to join their established team on a full-time permanent basis. This is an important position within the R&D team, and you will be key in driving the development of new products from initial design, through to production and post-production maintenance.


Electronics Engineer Pay and Benefits

  • £40,000 - £50,000
  • 33 days holiday
  • Sick pay
  • Death in service cover
  • Unique, relaxed environment
  • Casual dress code


Commutable From: Northampton, Wellingborough, Rugby, Kettering, Bedford, Milton Keynes


Electronics Engineer Person Specification

  • Degree qualified in electronics or similar engineering subject.
  • 5+ years’ commercial experience in electronic design, ideally within audio electronics.
  • The Electronics Engineer will ideally have audio experience working with ADC/DAC (Analogue/Digital Converters) and associated components, Op-amps etc.
  • High speed digital electronics experience, working with microcontrollers, DSPs etc.
  • PCB layout and design experience.
  • A guitar or bass player of any experience level is preferred but isn’t essential.

Electronics Engineer Key Responsibilities

  • Project lead and design of system architecture.
  • Responsible for all research and full development, through full life cycle, of assigned projects.
  • Contributing towards new innovative design ideas to drive the company technology forward.
  • Undertaking the building and testing of electronic prototypes.
  • Brainstorming new product ideas and technical requirements/ specifications.
  • Communicating with UK and overseas teams on project-specific topics.
  • Assisting other day-to day technical activities of the R&D department.
  • Possible, infrequent overseas travel as required – this is not essential, however can be an exciting opportunity for an engineer to broaden their knowledge and experience.
 

Company

With nearly 50 years of experience behind them, this is a global company that continues to grow, having doubled in size over the last five years. They consider themselves to be agile and highly innovative, embracing the technology associated within the industry.  The business has a strong family culture which provides a positive working environment where employees feel valued and trusted. They are big advocates of personal development, growth and progression, with many success stories of this across the company. 


Salary, Hours and Benefits

  • £60,000 - £65,000
  • Hybrid
  • 37.5 hours per week, with some flexibility
  • The chance to join a hypergrowth business
  • Up to 10.5% company pension
  • Company bonus
  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  • Cash health plan
  • A modern, forward-thinking place to work

Commutable From: Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Walsall, Dudley, Kidderminster  


Role Overview

The business is looking to recruit a Senior Electronics Engineer to support the continuing growth of their design department.  The role will involve providing technical guidance to other members of the Electronics Design team, working alongside other engineering disciplines, designing hardware and embedded software to extend the businesses product range.


Candidate Requirements

  • You will have a depth of experience of full product lifecycle.
  • The Senior Electronics Engineer will hold a degree or similar qualification in Electronics Engineering or a comparable subject.
  • Proven experience in embedded firmware design, development, and testing, along with, firmware unit, integration, and system testing.
  • Solid experience in electronics hardware design, development, and testing; including PCB schematic design and layout.
  • The Senior Electronics Engineer will have EMC design and test experience.
  • New product development, and design validation process – FMEA, DFM.  
  • Creation of supporting design documentation, development reports, BoM, build packs.
  • Experience of electronics design within a highly regulated industry, with experience of working with third party approval/certification bodies.
  • Experience in architecture design and architecture design tools, with a familiarity of machinery safety standards or similar.


Key Responsibilities 

  • The Senior Electronics Engineer will be a lead electronics resource for the business.  
  • Identify areas of improvement and assist implementing new processes.
  • Design and maintenance of hardware and embedded software for use within company products.
  • Assessment and documentation of products against specifications and standards.
  • Coordinate with and assist other departments.
 

Service Engineer (Mechanically Biased) – Blackburn Based 

Are you a skilled Service Engineer – mechanically biased looking for a new challenge? Want to work with a company that values experience, offers variety, and gets you home for a long weekend every week?

We’re on the lookout for an Apprentice-Trained Service Engineer with a strong mechanical bias to join an established team. Based in Blackburn, you’ll travel to key customer sites across Bristol, Scunthorpe, Cumbria, and Leicester, providing top-tier service and support.

Location: Blackburn (with travel to Bristol, Scunthorpe, Cumbria & Leicester)
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 07:30am – 5:00pm (4-day working week!)

Benefits for the Service Engineer

  • Salary: Offer a Salary from £35,000 - £40,000 
  • Overtime Available 
  • Company Van
  • Full-Time, Permanent
  • Pension 
  • 20 + 8 Days Annual Leave 
  • iPad
  • Company Credit Card
  • All Expenses Covered
  • PPE

Experience & Requirements for the Service Engineer.  

  • Apprentice trained and qualified to Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering (essential)
  • Experience in sewage treatment, recycling plants, or heavy engineering environments is highly desirable
  • Comfortable with UK-wide travel (Monday–Thursday)
  • Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
  • Self-motivated with excellent customer service abilities
  • Servicing, repairing, and maintaining mechanical equipment on customer sites
  • Providing technical support and ensuring machinery runs efficiently and safely
  • Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance
  • Working closely with site teams to ensure high standards are met.
 

A fantastic new opportunity for an electrically-biased Maintenance Engineer to join a leading specialist manufacturer. This is an opportunity to join an established organisation who have 50+ years within the industry. This is an award-winning organisation who hold a very strong track record. 

This is an opportunity for a driven, motivated Engineer who is confident and holds strong electrical abilities, an opportunity to join an already established maintenance team. 

The Maintenance Electrician role is commutable from the following locations:  Rochdale / Bolton / Manchester / Oldham 

Benefits the Maintenance Electrician will receive: 

  • Salary: £48,961    
  • 6% Pension scheme 
  • Life Assurance 
  • 33days holiday
  • Medical Care 
  • Healthcare
  • Overtime 

Shift in place: Days – Monday to Friday. 7:30am till 4pm – Early finish on a Friday. 

Call out system in place – you will be required to work a 1in5 call out system. 

Duties and requirements the Maintenance electrician will hold and be responsible for: 

  • Previous experience within a similar role is essential to this role. 
  • Strong fault-finding abilities. 
  • Prove experience within a manufacturing environment. 
  • Proven experience with: AC & DC Drives, Installation experience, Wire testing, Panel Building, Instrumentation. 
  • Experienced with Siemens PLC’s – strong fault-finding abilities – Programming would be at an advantage.  
  • Planned preventive maintenance. 
  • Carry out routine servicing and inspection on all production machinery. 
  • Carry out essential testing of equipment and systems. 
  • Ideally holding experience with ATEX equipment. 
  • Ideally, we are looking for a 70/30 split as there will be some mechanical requirements. 
  • We are looking for an Apprentice trained maintenance electrician. 
  • Holding a Formal qualification in Electrical engineering – City & Guilds Level 3 or NVQ Level 3 
  • 17th / 18th IEE Wiring regulations. 
  • City & Guilds 2391 Testing 
  • UK Driving licence required / Travel to alternative sites required – all site located in within 5Miles of one another. 
  • Must be happy to work the required call out system. Working 1in5 calls – this is split between engineers. 
 

QUALITY COORDINATOR

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a QUALITY COORDINATOR

A Kings Award winning business, need a Quality Coordinator to ensure companies compliance for all the requirements of current quality standards. Could this be you?

This is an exciting time to be part of the team, within a large, established facility

No sponsorship can be offered - you must have Right to Work in the UK

Commutable from Standish, Chorley, Wigan, Leigh, Bolton, Skelmersdale, Horwich, St Helens, Ormskirk, Middlebrook and Makerfield

KEY BENEFITS

  • Salary: £30,000
  • Days 
  • BUPA healthcare available
  • Kings Award winning business
  • Unique products supplying into a vast array of different industry sectors
  • Varied and fascinating role
  • 33 Days holiday including stats

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure company compliance
  • Support investigations into non-compliance
  • Internal audits
  • Review customer complaints, non-conformance and process non-conformance
  • Monitor quality performance
  • Corrective actions
  • Identify areas for improvement in quality process

REQUIREMENTS

  • Experience of Quality within a chemical environment
  • Familiar with ISO14001 and  45001
  • Good understanding of sampling and product testing
  • Experience of product testing and quality control systems
  • An understanding of chemical processes
  • Exposure to quality control methodologies

If you are passionate about process safety and eager to make an impact in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you!