An established engineering company with over 30 years of experience, proudly serving an enviable client base and delivering high-quality manufactured products for both national and international infrastructure projects.
Due to continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Design Engineer to join the team based at our Yaxley office in Peterborough.
The Role
As a Design Engineer, you will work on a variety of projects — ranging from one-off component designs to complex, long-term assignments spanning several months or years. Your responsibilities will include:
• Design and develop mechanical systems and components for tunnel construction, support, and ventilation.
• Prepare detailed 2D and 3D models, technical drawings, and specifications using CAD software.
• Collaborate with project teams to deliver fit-for-purpose and cost-effective design solutions.
• Liaising with engineers and designers to understand design requirements and provide technical advice to manufacturing technicians.
• Creating high-quality, detailed technical drawings and plans based on designs supplied by the engineering team.
• Modifying existing designs to meet updated specifications or improve functionality.
• Ensuring all drawings are compliant with industry regulations, as well as health and safety standards and client protocols.
• Applying value engineering principles to designs wherever possible.
• Creating and maintaining accurate design documentation.
The Person
We’re looking for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have:
• A strong ability to interpret and create accurate engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in CAD software. SolidWorks – AutoCAD.
• Commercial awareness and a solid understanding of industry best practices and standards.
• Good computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Office — including Excel (ability to create formulae, spreadsheets, etc.).
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities, with a proven track record of managing multiple projects independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.
• Willingness and ability to travel for client and site visits when required. • Solid problem-solving skills and a solutions-focused mindset.
• A team-oriented attitude with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems used in underground construction.
• Experience in structural and mechanical analysis (e.g., FEA) is desirable.
Salary up to £40k +Benefits.
No remote working. Please apply with a Full CV.,