52 Design jobs in Poole

Design Manager
Sturminster Newton, site travel across Dorset
45,000 - 60,000 + Vehicle/Vehicle Allowance + Hybrid + Training + Progression to Director

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Architectural Technician or Design Manager to join a well-established construction company where you will utilise your technical design skills through high-end residential projects whilst having a clear pathway to director level position.

Are you an experienced Architectural Technician or Design Manager within the Residential sector and are looking for a new opportunity? Do you want to join an established company where you can progress to director within a supportive and flexible environment?

This well-established, family-run construction company operates across Dorset, specialising in high-quality residential projects. These range from extensions, loft and garage conversions, full refurbishments to complete new builds. With the team offering a complete service from design and groundworks through to final finishes they are able to cater to any client's needs. They are now looking to expand their dynamic and close-knit team with this great opportunity.

In this role, you will take on a number of responsibilities, working between the office, home, and site, where you will be working directly with the client as well as the in-house teams. As the sole designer within the business, you will be responsible for working with clients from start to finish on projects. You will begin by gaining an initial understanding of client needs, then proceed to produce building control drawings as well as internal drawings that meet specifications. Working alongside the in-house teams, you will also support on-site to ensure projects are meeting client expectations, as well as assist with value engineering.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Architect, Technician or Design Manager with strong AutoCAD and building regulation drawings to help bring clients needs to life. As well as holding a full UK drivers license to travel to sites when required.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, family-owned construction company where you will work on a range of high-quality residential projects and have a clear pathway to progress to a director level role.

The Role:

• Design Manager
• Working directly with clients and the in-house team
• Producing technical drawings, internal elevations and assisting with value engineering
• Hybrid working, with the office based in Sturminster Newton
• Great progression opportunities

The Person:

• Architect, Architectural Technician/Technologist or Design Manager
• Strong building regulation and AutoCAD experience
• Commutable distance to their office Sturminster Newton
• Personable with excellent communication skills

Reference Number: BBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Reece Johnson at Rise Technical Recruitment.

This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.

Design Manager
Sturminster Newton, site travel across Dorset
45,000 - 60,000 + Vehicle/Vehicle Allowance + Hybrid + Training + Progression to Director

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Architectural Technician or Design Manager to join a well-established construction company where you will utilise your technical design skills through high-end residential projects whilst having a clear pathway to director level position.

Are you an experienced Architectural Technician or Design Manager within the Residential sector and are looking for a new opportunity? Do you want to join an established company where you can progress to director within a supportive and flexible environment?

This well-established, family-run construction company operates across Dorset, specialising in high-quality residential projects. These range from extensions, loft and garage conversions, full refurbishments to complete new builds. With the team offering a complete service from design and groundworks through to final finishes they are able to cater to any client's needs. They are now looking to expand their dynamic and close-knit team with this great opportunity.

In this role, you will take on a number of responsibilities, working between the office, home, and site, where you will be working directly with the client as well as the in-house teams. As the sole designer within the business, you will be responsible for working with clients from start to finish on projects. You will begin by gaining an initial understanding of client needs, then proceed to produce building control drawings as well as internal drawings that meet specifications. Working alongside the in-house teams, you will also support on-site to ensure projects are meeting client expectations, as well as assist with value engineering.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Architect, Technician or Design Manager with strong AutoCAD and building regulation drawings to help bring clients needs to life. As well as holding a full UK drivers license to travel to sites when required.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, family-owned construction company where you will work on a range of high-quality residential projects and have a clear pathway to progress to a director level role.

The Role:

• Design Manager
• Working directly with clients and the in-house team
• Producing technical drawings, internal elevations and assisting with value engineering
• Hybrid working, with the office based in Sturminster Newton
• Great progression opportunities

The Person:

• Architect, Architectural Technician/Technologist or Design Manager
• Strong building regulation and AutoCAD experience
• Commutable distance to their office Sturminster Newton
• Personable with excellent communication skills

Reference Number: BBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Reece Johnson at Rise Technical Recruitment.

This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.

My client is looking for an experienced and ambitious DESIGN TECHNICIAN to join their team on a full time basis. My client specialises in facades, cladding, roofing, panelling and terracotta tiling and over the years, has developed a suite of market leading profiles that complement their first-class design and installation service. 

Job Summary:
To take responsibility for the delivery of all design aspects of a contract in line with the relevant procedure manuals along with supporting other team members to ensure the successful delivery of all contracts assigned to your team.

Personal Deliverables:
Take ownership over your own continual professional development and support others with theirs. 
Successfully deliver all agreed objectives and tasks assigned to you. 
Prioritise your workload to hit deadlines whilst keeping a high level of attention to detail. 
Be proactive and always lead by example. This includes having a constructive and positive attitude towards their business and your work. 
Ensure that all quality issues under your control are managed and resolved in a timely and cost-effective manner. 
Ensure that you uphold the health and safety standards.
Communicate effectively with your team, the business and external stakeholders to develop a strong and professional relationship. 
Be aware of your team financial budgets and support your line manager in achieving them. 

Job Responsibilities:  

All responsibilities need to be delivered in line with the relevant procedure manuals for contracts within your team.
Design review of all new contracts. 
Programme, and carry out where necessary, the design, detailing and material scheduling.
Issue and coordinate information requests, drawings and queries between customers, engineers, architects, and sub-contract design office/s as required.
Issue material schedules and liaise with suppliers to ensure effective delivery.
Prepare, check and issue deck and/or slab calculations using in-house software. 
Deal with any design related queries raised by the site team during the construction phase.
Develop solutions to non-standard design issues.
Prepare and submit ‘As Built’ drawings and documentation for the customer O&M file.
Attend and contribute to internal Technical meetings and deliver agreed actions.
Provide comprehensive responses to technical queries received through the Technical Helpdesk. 

Preferred Experience & Qualifications:
HNC/D or equivalent in a related discipline.
2 years of experience in a design related role.

Other Skills or Qualifications:
Competent with Microsoft Office 365 suite (particularly Outlook, Word, Excel).
Competent with AutoCAD .

Design Manager
Sturminster Newton, site travel across Dorset
£45,000 - £60,000 + Vehicle/Vehicle Allowance + Hybrid + Training + Progression to Director

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Architectural Technician or Design Manager to join a well-established construction company where you will utilise your technical design skills through high-end residential projects whilst having a.

Design Manager

Poole, Dorset

£50,000 - £0,000 + DIS + Pension + EAP + 28 days holiday + Training

Great opportunity here to join an industry leading company in a senior position, you will be managing a team of Design Engineers and having oversight over the entire NPD process. The company design and manufacture a range of equipment for various sectors.

Roles/Responsibilities

• Lead the Design Engineering team with six direct reports, providing technical and strategic oversight.
• Manage the full New Product Development (NPD) pipeline from concept to launch.
• Conduct performance reviews and support the development of engineering staff.
• Set team priorities and align departmental goals with business objectives.
• Ensure all designs meet international standards and are validated via FEA, analysis software, or hand calculations.
• Approve or delegate design reviews, ensuring engineering accuracy and quality.
• Communicate technical updates to internal and external stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

• Background in the lifting industry - Preferred
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing design engineering teams - Required
• Bachelor's degree (BEng) in Mechanical or Structural Engineering - Mandatory (for insurance compliance)
• Proven ability to manage workloads and allocate resources effectively

If you are interested in the role or looking for something similar please contact our Managing Consultant

Brandon Hewitt - Hunt / /

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

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Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

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• Design new products and improve existing ones using 3D CAD (Inventor, SolidWorks, etc.).
• Support cross-functional teams including Design, Production, and Purchasing.
• Create and maintain build documentation and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct product and prototype testing; implement findings into the product range.
• Update engineering drawings and manage changes.
• Support QA procedures, including first-off inspections and supplier approvals.
• Generate accurate CAD BoMs and maintain MRP BoMs.
• Assist with cost reduction activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Design experiments and compile reports to support performance validation.
• Contribute to software configuration for specific product applications (desirable).

• HND or Degree in Mechanical/Design Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years in a Design Engineering role.
• Confident in generating manufacturing and inspection drawings.
• Working knowledge of rotating assemblies, fluid handling, and electromechanical systems.
• Experience with sheet metal, injection moulding, and casting design.
• Comfortable working in a drawing office with change control procedures.
• Understanding of DfM principles and working with suppliers.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Practical, hands-on approach with excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Organised, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects under pressure.

• Be a key contributor in a growing engineering business.
• Take ownership of projects and see your work through to production.
• Work in a collaborative team with a wide variety of technical challenges.
• Long-term career development opportunities in a stable and successful company.

Mechanical Design Engineer | Wimborne | £38,000

Join a forward-thinking engineering team where your mechanical design expertise will shape innovative industrial and automation solutions. If you thrive on precision, problem-solving, and seeing your designs come to life, this is the opportunity for you.

You’ll work on technically rewarding projects, collaborate across disciplines, and be part of a company that values continuous improvement and professional development.

As Mechanical Design Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

• Designing mechanical components, assemblies, and systems using CAD
• Producing detailed engineering drawings and documentation
• Conducting prototype fabrication, testing, and performance analysis
• Coordinating with cross-functional teams for seamless integration
• Managing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables
• Ensuring compliance with relevant standards and quality procedures

As Mechanical Design Engineer, your experience will include:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering  or related discipline
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software  (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor)
• Strong grasp of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes
• Experience with prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Josh Hill at Rubicon for more information.

Electronics Design Engineer
Location: Ringwood Hampshire
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electronics Design Engineer to join a growing design and development team, working on innovative electronic products across a wide range of industries and market sectors. This is a varied, multi-disciplinary role where you will be involved in both electronic hardware design (60%) and embedded software development (40%), contributing to the creation of market-leading products from concept through to manufacture.

Key Responsibilities for the Electronic Design Engineer job:

• Research, develop and design new electronic products and assemblies.
• Carry out analogue, digital, and power electronic circuit design and prototyping.
• Develop embedded software in C for 32-bit microcontrollers.
• Undertake schematic capture, PCB design, and test software development.
• Ensure designs meet specifications, industry standards (including EMC), and are optimised for manufacture.
• Liaise with production teams during product transition into manufacturing.

Skills & Experience required for the Electronic Design Engineer job:

• Degree in Electronic Engineering or similar.
• At least 1 year experience in the design of electronic products.
• Strong knowledge of analogue design, digital design, and 32-bit microcontrollers.
• Proficiency in embedded C programming and schematic capture.

Desirable Skills for the Electronic Design Engineer job:

• Experience with RF design, ultra-low-power electronics, switching power supplies, USB, TFT displays, or wireless technologies.
• Knowledge of EMC pre-compliance testing and design for manufacture.

This role offers the chance to work on diverse and technically challenging projects, from IoT sensors and wireless technologies to high-speed embedded systems with advanced interfaces. If you are a motivated engineer with a passion for electronics design and innovation.

To apply for the Electronic Design Engineer job in Ringwood, Hampshire please send your CV or give me a call to discuss in more detail.

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our engineering team in a full-time, on-site capacity. This role involves the design and development of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems, with responsibilities ranging from 3D CAD modelling to technical documentation and product development. The ideal candidate will contribute to both new product innovation and support improvements to existing designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed 3D CAD models and assemblies based on component specifications and datasheets.

• Develop design documentation including specifications, technical reports, and supporting manuals.

• Assist in the design and development of new and existing products, ensuring alignment with functional requirements and overall system architecture.

• Conduct technical reviews and present design information internally and externally.

• Perform basic engineering calculations and assessments to verify design suitability.

• Select appropriate components, materials, and manufacturing methods through technical research.

• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, regulations, and best engineering practices.

• Support quality control and adhere to internal quality management systems.

• Provide technical support for installations and problem resolution, both remotely and on-site.

• Contribute to technical risk assessment, project planning, and continuous improvement activities.

• Participate in wider engineering duties as assigned by the leadership team.

Desirable Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical or electro-mechanical design engineering.

• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (Solid Edge preferred, but experience with other platforms is acceptable).

• Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent) is preferred.

• Strong analytical skills with a methodical approach and attention to detail.

• Experience in areas such as mechatronics, actuator and gear design, materials selection, composite materials, electronics integration, or pressure-retaining components is advantageous.

• Familiarity with producing Bills of Materials (BoMs) and engineering drawings to industry standards.

• Comfortable collaborating across functions and engaging with customers where needed.

Additional Information

This role is part of a collaborative engineering team committed to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. The responsibilities outlined are not exhaustive and may evolve as needed in alignment with project or business objectives.