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Electronics Design Engineer – Product Development

Location: Derbyshire (Hybrid working possible)
Salary: £45,000–£55,000 (flexible depending on experience)

About the Company
Our client is an innovative engineering company based near Derby, specialising in advanced instrumentation and diagnostic systems. They are on a mission to develop their own next-generation products, combining electronics design with cutting-edge technology. The company is dynamic, fast-paced, and values creativity, collaboration, and technical excellence.

The Role: electronics design engineer
They seek a talented Electronics Design Engineer to join the team, with a strong focus on developing new electronic products .

This is a hands-on role where you will work within a small R&D and engineering team to design and implement new products. This will involve analogue and digital electronic circuit design , including microprocessor-based solutions (ARM, FPGA, PIC) and instrumentation front-ends. You will be a key player in bringing new ideas to life, taking concepts through to prototype and into serial production.

You will need strong practical electronics skills including fault finding, test and verification skills to support products through development, NPI and also supporting potential product returns.

This role offers the opportunity to have a real impact on the company’s future product portfolio, contributing to innovative systems and solutions.

Key Responsibilities: electronics design engineer

• Design, develop, and implement electronic hardware for new products.
• Work with microprocessor and mixed-signal systems to create innovative solutions.
• Produce and maintain schematics, PCB layouts, and supporting technical documentation.
• Collaborate with the wider engineering team on concept development, prototyping, and design iteration including ATE and test equipment design.
• Support product development projects from concept through to production readiness.
• Engage with suppliers and partners to source components and optimise designs.

Key Requirements

• Degree or equivalent in Electronics engineering or a related field.
• 3–5 years of hands-on electronic design experience post-qualification.
• Strong experience in analogue and digital circuit design , including PCB layout and mixed-signal design and simulation using tools such as Altium, or similar.
• Good experience with analogue to digital conversion (e.g. sensors, instrumentation products, etc)
• Familiarity with microprocessor systems (ARM, FPGA, PIC, Arduino, or similar).
• Experience of wireless / Bluetooth communication protocols and hardware (e.g. ESP32)
• Ability to read, understand, and produce electronic schematics and technical documentation.
• Practical experience with instrumentation electronics, including noise management, frequency response, and EMI/EMC considerations.
• Self-motivated, innovative, and comfortable working in a collaborative R&D environment.

Desirable

• Experience of designing electronics for sensor, test or diagnostic products for rugged environments.

Your new company
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established multi-disciplinary property and design consultancy based in Derbyshire. The organisation specialises in public sector projects that support local communities, including schools, council buildings, and blue-light facilities. With a strong regional presence and a focus on maintenance and capital works (typically up to 2 million), they offer a collaborative and flexible working environment.
Your new role
As an Electrical Design Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing electrical systems for a variety of public sector buildings. Using tools such as AutoCAD, Relux, and Dialux, you'll produce detailed layouts and specifications, conduct site visits, and collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders. The role is hybrid, with approximately 90% of projects based in and around Derbyshire.You'll be involved in both maintenance and capital works projects, contributing to designs that improve essential infrastructure across the region. The company values practical insight and is open to candidates from an electrical trades background who are looking to transition into design-installation experience is not required but may be beneficial.

What you'll need to succeed
You'll have experience in electrical design within the building services sector, along with proficiency in AutoCAD, Relux, and Dialux. A solid understanding of UK building regulations and public sector standards is essential. Strong communication and project management skills will be key to your success.For more experienced candidates, there is scope to step into a Senior Electrical Engineer role, which would involve leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to strategic design decisions.
What you'll get in return

• A competitive salary of 38,000 - 45,000 for Electrical Design Engineers

• Up to 55,000 for candidates stepping into a Senior Electrical Engineer role

• Hybrid working with flexible hours

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

• A supportive team culture and the chance to work on meaningful public sector projects

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Your new company
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, family-run mechanical contractor based in Derbyshire. With a strong reputation for quality and reliability, the company specialises in mechanical building services for multiroom residential developments and large-scale warehouse projects across the Midlands and surrounding regions.Your new role
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll play a key role in the design and delivery of mechanical systems for a variety of building services projects. You'll be responsible for producing technical drawings, specifications, and calculations, while working closely with project managers, site teams, and clients to ensure successful project outcomes. The role involves both office-based design work and occasional site visits.
What you'll need to succeed

• HNC/HND or degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering
• Proven experience in mechanical design within the building services sector
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (Revit/BIM experience is a plus)
• Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and industry standards (e.g., CIBSE, BSRIA)
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary circa 40,000 - 50,000 depending on experience
• Company car or car allowance
• Supportive, family-oriented working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Involvement in varied and interesting projects across residential and industrial sectors
• Flexible working arrangements where possible

What you need to do now


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Role : Mechanical Design Engineer

Location : Derby, Derbyshire

Salary : 35-40k (Depending on Experience)

Hours per week : 37

Job Description:

The purpose of the Mechanical Design Engineer role is to carry out all aspects of mechanical design via production of 3D Models, General Arrangement drawings, and Design for Manufacture output in accordance with company procedure and/ or customer specification.

Ensure the delivery of high-quality designs that align with the intended function of the equipment, are feasible to manufacture, and are completed in line with project schedules.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Produce modifications, and improvements to existing equipment, and products
• Identify and assess risks during the design stage related to performance, manufacturability, and lead times.
• Clearly communicate these risks to the project team and proactively adapt designs where necessary to support the overall success of the project.
• Attend site surveys and customer meetings, when required, to gather accurate dimensions and relevant information to inform and support the design process.
• Prepare 3D models in Autodesk Inventor to meet project demand, as necessary.
• Produce 2D drawings from 3D models for customer review/ approval
• Responsible for ensuring self-prepared drawings/ models/ documents are correct and concise prior to release
• Understand the build sequence in design of all output, prior to release into production engineering.
• Attend Design and/ or Manufacturability reviews, driving the 3D model where appropriate, and communicating design intent to the wider project team.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase departmental design
• Maximise change capture within the department, ensuring all change is captured on projects.
• Provide support to the wider project team, liaising with customers as required.
• Complete adherence to ISO 9001 procedures for engineering department.
• Responsible for achieving schedule adherence for all actions assigned to individual/ role.
• Any other ad hoc duties as may be required, and as commensurate with the grade of post.

Experience/Skill Set:

• Ability to use Autodesk 3D Inventor & AutoCAD.
• Understanding of manufacturing techniques and limitations.
• A focus on quality adherence and timely output.
• Flexibility to work overtime to achieve project plan as required.
• Strong communicator with internal and external customers alike.
• Team player, and able to communicate effectively.
• Self-motivated with a proactive mindset and a strong sense of initiative.

**Sponsorship is not available so you must have the full right to work in the UK both now, and in the future**

Mechanical Design Engineer required for a well-established Conveyer and special purpose machinery manufacturer, based in Derby. The successful candidate will be involved in the design of existing and new products using Autodesk Inventor, whilst providing mentorship to a small number of Junior Design Engineers.

• Mentoring and overseeing a small team of Junior Design Engineers
• Allocating design work throughout the team
• Assisting with creating product layouts and manufacturing drawings using customer specification and recommendations
• Generate assembly and detailed production drawings with the use of Autodesk Inventor
• Produce clear build processes to technicians
• Attend and input at various project meetings with team and customers
• Solve problems and produce new concepts
• Manage suppliers and procurement of bill of materials
• Use innovation to research latest ideas and techniques.

• Proficient using 3D modelling such as Autodesk Inventor or Solidworks
• 3+ years of experience within a Mechanical Design Engineering role
• Qualifications within a mechanical engineering related subject are desirable
• Based in a commutable distance of Derby
• Strong communication skills

• Salary: 35,000 - 40,000 - depending on experience
• 25 days Holiday allowance, plus bank holidays
• Monday to Thursday 08:00 - 16:00, Friday 08:00 - 15:30.
• Overtime available depending on workload
• Company Pension scheme

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer in the Severn Trent region.

You will report directly to the Principal Engineer and your role will be to provide superior quality Engineering Design services to allow the company to minimise risks and maximise profits on turnkey and engineering services contracts. You will co-ordinate the design and produce design documents and drawings taking due account of health and safety requirements, specifications and standards pertaining to the contract.

Key responsibilities will include:
Produce design layouts which are cost effective, meet the requirements of the specification and which can be constructed and commissioned effectively.
Ensure that standard practices are utilised wherever possible.
Provide estimates and feedback for proposals department.
Work to procedures and processes to ensure the continuing development of the department.
Monitor and review the procedures and processes.
Write, update and monitor efficient procedures to aid the smooth running of the department.
Ensure co-ordination of designs with all other disciplines internal and external in order to ensure that the design processes carried out on the contract are co-ordinated for the benefit of the contract as a whole.
To work within a culture where satisfying the customer is recognised as the key to achieving other objectives, and that customers include everyone receiving benefit from our processes, whether end users or other departments within the company.
Ensure designs take account of environmental issues.
Ensure that design takes full regard of all health and safety requirements.

About The Candidate
Essential:
Degree in Mechanical Engineering and have extensive practical mechanical design experience (ideally 8 - 10 years if Senior level) in a similar environment
Understand the principles of water and sewage treatment.
Ability to rationalise designs and produce economic plant layouts.
A flexible mind, with the ability to assimilate large amounts of different data at one time.
Ability to present technical proposals clearly, confidently and convincingly.
Computer literacy.

What we offer
Packages include -
A competitive salary
Hybrid Working (Jobs needs dependent)
Car/car allowance (Jobs needs dependent)
25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy)
Contribution Pension scheme
Life Assurance
Health Insurance
Private Medical Insurance
And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, Kids Pass etc

Mechanical Design Engineer

Derby

35,000 - 40,000 per annum + Training + Progression + Holiday + Pension

Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking for a long-term opportunity with a respected engineering business?

With decades of engineering experience, this company is a trusted provider of bespoke equipment. They deliver innovative solutions across the UK and internationally, with a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and technical excellence. On offer is the chance to utilise your design expertise within a stable and professional environment, with opportunities to develop and progress your career.

Working within this established design team provides the opportunity to develop bespoke machinery solutions, using your Inventor skills to deliver high-quality outputs on key projects.

The day-to-day of this role includes producing detailed 2D and 3D drawings, designing conveyors and special-purpose machinery, and supporting project delivery through collaboration with other engineers and project teams.

The ideal candidate for this role will be an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with strong Inventor knowledge and a background in conveyors, machinery, or material handling systems. Candidates with experience in special-purpose machinery design would be advantageous.

The Role:

• Design of conveyors and food processing equipment
• Produce detailed drawings of new and existing designs
• Work with Inventor, Vault and AutoCAD
• Support development of special-purpose machinery
• Full-time, permanent position

The Person:

• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor
• Knowledge of Vault and AutoCAD
• Experience with conveyors, machinery, or handling equipment
• Previous special-purpose machinery experience highly desirable
• Ability to work independently and manage workload to deadlines

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

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The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications, and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Loughborough (Permanent, Full-Time)

Salary: £45,000 – £0,000 (DOE)

A growing engineering SME in Loughborough, is looking for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer who can work independently, take full ownership of electrical design, and bring structure to our design processes. If you thrive in a startup-style environment where you get to shape, improve, and deliver rather than just follow instructions — this is the role for you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead end-to-end electrical design : from schematics and layouts to final testing.
• Develop and maintain AutoCAD Electrical standards, templates, and libraries for consistency and scalability.
• Design and refine control panels for configurable products.
• Work hands-on when needed: wiring, testing, and supporting small-batch manufacturing .
• Act as the go-to problem solver for electrical challenges in both new and existing product designs.

What We’re Looking For

• 5–8 years’ relevant experience in electrical design, ideally within machinery, equipment, or panel-based systems.
• Proven expertise in AutoCAD Electrical (setup, schematics, libraries, templates).
• Strong background in control panel design and integration.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.
• Practical hands-on skills in wiring, testing, and assembly .
• Clear communicator with a methodical, problem-solving mindset .

Nice-to-Have

• Experience designing for international power specifications (50Hz / 60Hz).
• Exposure to PLCs, automation, or control systems .
• Previous experience in SMEs or startups , where flexibility and adaptability are key.

Why Join Us?

• Be the electrical design owner in a company where your expertise truly shapes the product.
• Work in a startup-style environment with the agility to make real impact.
• Competitive salary (£45–60k) a the chance to build, refine, and leave your mark on a growing business.

If you’re an experienced Electrical Design Engineer with strong AutoCAD Electrical skills who enjoys working hands-on and independently, we’d love to hear from you.