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Position: Automotive Engineer / Design Engineer
Job ID: 2127/41
Location: Devon
Rate/Salary: £50,000 + dependent on experience and expertiseÂ
Benefits:
- Engineering Chartership enrolment
- Private pension scheme
- Life insurance (4x salary)
- 25 days annual leave
- MOD Reservist training days (Gold Award – 10 days)
- Travel and secondment opportunities to Australia
- Family Day (subject to availability)
- Discretionary bonus upon 1 year of service
Type: Full-time – Permanent
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The below job description will outline this position of: Automotive Engineer / Design Engineer
Typically, this person will be responsible for producing and advising on innovative and cost-effective automotive designs using CAD tools to a high standard and within specified timeframes. This role supports cutting-edge projects involving MOD vehicles and advanced automotive systems and is ideal for someone with a deep understanding of vehicle engineering and component integration.
HSB Technical’s client is an established and well-regarded business entity.
Duties and responsibilities of the Automotive Engineer / Design Engineer:
- Produce innovative automotive designs focused on functionality, simplicity, and cost-effectiveness
- Advise mechanical engineers on the integration of automotive systems into overall product designs
- Use 3D CAD software (preferably SolidWorks) to create models and detailed engineering drawings
- Design components including sheet metal, machined, cast, and fabricated parts from concept to production
- Evaluate and revise existing drawings and designs to meet updated requirements
- Maintain accurate drawing records, using PDM systems for issue control
- Collaborate with project and senior engineers to deliver optimal design solutions
- Liaise with suppliers to manage component sourcing and address obsolescence
- Support prototype assessments for correct fit and functionality
- Assist with the physical testing of vehicles and systems, including work with Trials Engineers
- Select materials based on performance specifications
- Participate in and incorporate feedback from design reviews
- Conduct vehicle testing using data logging and instrumentation
- Support documentation, report writing, and data recording throughout projects
- Ensure compliance with quality, safety, GDPR, and internal company policies
- Undertake relevant training as required for the role
Qualifications and requirements for the Automotive Engineer / Design Engineer:
Essential:
- Prior experience working in an automotive engineering role
- Minimum of HNC in Automotive, Motorsport, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
- Strong 3D CAD skills (preferably SolidWorks – training can be provided)
- Proven ability to produce detailed models and technical drawings
- Broad knowledge of automotive systems (practical and theoretical)
- Familiarity with drawing control and PDM systems
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer use
- Good documentation, report writing, and presentation skills
- Structural analysis using first principles and basic FEA (e.g., ANSYS)
- Experience with data logging and instrumentation for vehicle testing
- Full UK driving licence – Category B (Category C desirable or willingness to train)
Desirable:
- Engineering Degree
- Experience working in workshop, manufacturing, or production environments
- Experience presenting technical data and contributing to design reviews
This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.
