Design Engineer
Type: Permanent
Reference: 224624160
Job Description:
Role: Design Engineer
Location: Desborough
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm | Friday 9:30am-5:00pm
Salary: £40,000-£45,000pa (Dependant on experience)
Benefits:
Free on-site parking
Pension scheme
Christmas bonus
Expenses or access to pool cars
On-site canteen facilities
Free tea and coffee
Company Overview
Our client is a well-established engineering and manufacturing business based in Kettering, specialising in the design and manufacture of manufacturing equipment, materials handling systems and bespoke machinery for a broad range of industrial customers. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis.
The Role
As Design Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality mechanical designs across a range of projects, supporting them from initial concept through to commissioning. Key responsibilities include:
Producing 3D models, layouts and detailed designs using SolidWorks and AutoCAD
Designing sheet metal and fabricated components for conveyor systems and special-purpose machinery
Creating general arrangement drawings, bills of materials and detailed manufacturing documentation
Supporting projects throughout the full lifecycle, from concept to commissioning
Integrating machinery and equipment into efficient and practical plant layouts
Collaborating closely with Sales, Projects, Manufacturing, suppliers and customers
Contributing to continuous improvement of design standards, quality and cost efficiency
About You
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
Proven experience in a Design Engineer or Project Engineer role
Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD
Essential experience designing sheet metal and fabricated products
Experience with conveyor systems or special-purpose machinery (desirable)
A good understanding of relevant regulations and basic electrical principles
Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
HNC or equivalent qualification in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
How to Apply
Impact are acting as an agency on behalf of our client. If you have the experience and skills required for this Design Engineer position, we would welcome your application. Please upload your CV online or contact Alex on (phone number removed) for further information.
