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Product Design Engineer (R&D / Solidworks)
30,000 - 38,000 + Hybrid Work after Probation + Tailored Progression Plan + Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay + 33 Days Holiday (Increases with Service) + Westfield Health Cash Plan + Spot Rewards + Staff Discounts + Life Assurance
Are you a Design Engineer or similar (SolidWorks) who wants to move into Bespoke Product Innovation and Development for an award winning Construction group?
This is a unique opportunity to join one of Europe's leading Building Product Manufacturers, working on new and existing products used across a range of Construction Projects globally. You'll move beyond repetitive drafting into R&D work that makes a tangible impact.
This Design Engineer / R&D role blends design, analysis and experimentation, giving you variety, progression and the chance to see ideas turned into manufactured products used around the world.
What you'll do
- Use SolidWorks and AutoCAD to produce detailed CAD drawings for new products and modifications
- Support value engineering, CFD analysis, prototyping and testing
- Drive product improvement projects that deliver cost savings and performance gains
- Collaborate with manufacturing, finance and marketing to ensure feasibility and commercial viability
- Prepare technical documentation, test reports and patent support files
- Contribute to innovation workshops and new product concepts across the group
What you'll need
- From a Product Design / R&D background or similar
- Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD
- Analytical, hands-on problem solver with strong attention to detail
- Passion for innovation and sustainability in the construction/built-environment sector
Why join
- Join a group-wide innovation function with exposure to multiple product lines
- Clear progression into senior R&D, design leadership or project management
- See your work manufactured and sold across Europe
- Variety and creativity beyond typical junior drafting roles - ideal for a Junior Design Engineer aiming for impact
Ready to progress as a Junior Design Engineer? Apply now with your CV.
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