Design Engineer

Job description

Visum Recruitment are delighted to be representing a leading engineering and manufacturing business who are looking to appoint a Design Engineer to join their growing team on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a mechanical design background who enjoys problem solving and developing bespoke engineering solutions. Whether you're an experienced Design Engineer or looking to take the next step in your career, this role offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of customer projects within a supportive engineering environment.

Design Engineer Job Overview

• Produce bespoke mechanical designs to meet customer requirements.
• Modify existing products for new applications and customer specifications.
• Create engineering drawings, bills of materials and supporting documentation.
• Work closely with customers and internal teams to deliver practical engineering solutions.
• Provide technical support throughout the design and manufacturing process.
• Liaise with production to ensure designs are suitable for manufacture.
• Assist with resolving technical issues and support continuous product improvement.
• Work collaboratively with the wider engineering team on a variety of customer-driven projects.

Design Engineer Job Requirements

• Previous experience within a mechanical design or engineering environment.
• HNC, Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is advantageous, although relevant industry experience will also be considered.
• Experience using 3D CAD software.
• Good understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing processes.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Confident communicator who enjoys working with both customers and internal teams.
• Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Keen to learn and develop within a busy engineering environment.

Design Engineer Salary and Benefits

• Salary up to £47,000
• Company pension with salary sacrifice options.
• Life assurance.
• Health and wellbeing support, including discounted healthcare and employee assistance programme.
• Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes.
• Employee discounts, rewards and recognition programme.
• Long service awards.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Free on-site parking with EV charging facilities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

South Yorkshire

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

06-08-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English