8,436 Vehicle Design jobs in the United Kingdom

Our client has built a reputation with the world’s leading architects and designers for dealing in the finest antique and reproduction fireplaces, furniture and lighting. Recognized worldwide, with offices also in the US, they are currently recruiting for a Midweight Product Design Engineer. You will be working mainly on their lighting products full-time in their offices and would particularly suit a designer who has an appreciation both lighting and interiors from a historical viewpoint.

Skills and knowledge needed from the Product Design Engineer:

• 3 to 5 years of professional experience, comfortable producing highly detailed drawings of components, assembly and explosion based on original products
• Good proficiency with SolidWorks
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing time-sensitive projects for both new collection launches and custom projects
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes, different materials and installation techniques within the lighting world
• Knowledge of 3D printing and 3D scanning processes
• Well-developed communication skills with a hands-on and problem-solving attitude

In return:

Salary on offer is £36k to £38k plus bonus, 25 days of Holiday (plus Bank Holidays) and pension. They offer real chances for career progression and growth.

Our client has built a reputation with the world’s leading architects and designers for dealing in the finest antique and reproduction fireplaces, furniture and lighting. Recognized worldwide, with offices also in the US, they are currently recruiting for a Midweight Product Design Engineer. You will be working mainly on their lighting products full-time in their offices and would particularly suit a designer who has an appreciation both lighting and interiors from a historical viewpoint.

Skills and knowledge needed from the Product Design Engineer:

• 3 to 5 years of professional experience, comfortable producing highly detailed drawings of components, assembly and explosion based on original products
• Good proficiency with SolidWorks
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing time-sensitive projects for both new collection launches and custom projects
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes, different materials and installation techniques within the lighting world
• Knowledge of 3D printing and 3D scanning processes
• Well-developed communication skills with a hands-on and problem-solving attitude

In return:

Salary on offer is £36k to £38k plus bonus, 25 days of Holiday (plus Bank Holidays) and pension. They offer real chances for career progression and growth.

• Managing a core product range throughout its lifecycle.
• Driving product innovation and ensuring industry-leading performance, quality, and value.
• Supporting cross-functional teams including production, customer service, and procurement.
• Identifying and implementing cost-saving and value engineering opportunities.

• Stay current with advancements in UHV (Ultra High Vacuum) design and manufacturing technologies.
• Benchmark competitor products through reverse engineering to maintain a competitive edge.

• Manage and deliver development projects on time and within budget.
• Promote and apply best practices in Design for Manufacture (DFM).
• Conduct feasibility studies on new product introductions (NPIs).
• Create and review detailed drawings in accordance with BS 888 standards.
• Collaborate with new and existing suppliers for product development.
• Generate CAD BOMs and ensure accurate data dissemination across stakeholders.
• Carry out FMEA and prototype assembly/testing.

• Identify areas for product and process improvement.
• Lead 8D problem-solving and root cause analysis initiatives.

• Maintain accurate and current product data and documentation.
• Support operations with up-to-date CAD BOMs and comprehensive work instructions.

• Lead value engineering efforts to reduce costs while maintaining quality and functionality.
• Contribute to in/out-sourcing projects in collaboration with purchasing and manufacturing teams.

• Execute engineering changes promptly and systematically.
• Ensure all product documentation and BOMs reflect current specifications.

• Provide technical support for custom quotations and inquiries.
• Deliver engineering packs for custom orders on time and within budget.

• Strong understanding of DFMA principles.
• Experience in root cause analysis and product engineering of assemblies/components.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Project costing and quotation experience.
• Ability to read and produce technical drawings using modern 3D CAD systems.

• 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics.
• Proficiency in PTC Creo 5 (or higher).
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly and machining (milling/turning).

• HNC/HND in Mechanical and Production Engineering

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

• Strong communication skills across all levels of engineering and production.
• Self-motivated with excellent time management.
• Practical, hands-on approach with a strong sense of ownership.

Product Design Engineer

£30,000 - £35,000 + Excellent Company Benefits

Macclesfield, Commutable from: Buxton, Stockport, Knutsford, Congleton

Are you a Design Engineer from a Manufacturing background with Solidworks experience, looking to join an expanding, specialist engineering company where you will work on projects from cradle to grave?

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a niche in.

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Bring your mechanical design expertise to a fast-moving consumer product team in London. This Contract Product Design Engineer role offers the chance to take ownership of mechanism and packaging challenges, working hands-on with CAD and prototypes. Its a one-month contract (likely to extend), outside IR35, paying £350£500/day, hybrid with 23 days onsite.

Scope of the Role

As a Contract Design Engine.

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Lead Product Design Engineer - West Sussex - Salary up to 75,000 + Benefits - Ref 1955

I am currently recruiting for a Lead Product Design Engineer to work for a leading engineering organisation based in West Sussex. Salary up to 75,000 + Benefits.

The organisation are worldwide leaders in the design, development and manufacture of their incredibly high-end products. They work out of their state-of-the-art offices fully equipped with showrooms enabling them to present their products to their clientele highlighting why they're above and beyond their competitors. They've grown astronomically in recent years and projections suggests this shall continue in line with the ever growing demand and desire for their products.

To support the growth of the business they now have the need to appoint a Lead Product Design Engineer on a permanent basis.

In this role as a Lead Product Design Engineer, you will be responsible for leading a team of 4 other Product Design Engineers, as well as some sub-contractors and offshore resources as and when required. This will be a hands-on role with 75% of your time spent designing, with the other 25% of your time spent around leadership duties such as project managing, process improvements, delegation, mentoring, managing and training. You will be expected to challenge where applicable, understanding why things have been done a certain way to date and then suggesting alternative ways of doing things better, whether that's new manufacturing methods, improved design procedures or utilising new suppliers. This will be a combination of new product development (NPD) as well as supporting the existing product portfolio making the necessary modifications and alterations whilst considering product rationalisation. A large focus will be placed on process improvement and optimisation with regards to the design department.

Essential Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Product Design Engineer, Industrial Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer or similar
• Previous experience mentoring, leading or managing other Design Engineers
• 3D CAD
• Experience designing for some or all of the following manufacturing methods CNC Machining, Casting, Forging or Extrusion
• Experience designing products where aesthetics and ergonomics are at the forefront of any design considerations

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Lead Product Design Engineer to work in an environment where quality trumps anything, even if that comes at a cost and therefore there is a huge amount of scope to design the best possible products without cost being a limiting factor. The company boasts great staff retention and the opportunity for further progression within the business is available for the right individual.

This is an immediate requirement, so if you have the desired skills and experience, please get in touch immediately with a up to date copy of your CV or contact Adam on (phone number removed).

We are looking for a Product Design Engineer to join the team at a leading lighting manufacturer in Mitcham. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in design engineering, with specific expertise in lighting design.

• Develop and expand the company's distinguished collection of antiques and modern reproductions with an emphasis on integrity and beauty.
• Design lighting and additional products for the company using SolidWorks.
• Participate actively in product development.
• Contribute to project management tasks.

• Proven experience in design engineering, ideally within the lighting industry.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Strong skills in creating high-quality technical drawings and CAD files for lighting and furniture.
• Comfortable with producing detailed drawings of components, assemblies, and exploded views based on original designs.
• Capable of working independently and proposing innovative engineering solutions for new product designs.
• Adaptable to fast-paced environments with the ability to manage time-sensitive projects related to new collection launches and bespoke projects.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, diverse materials, and installation techniques specific to the lighting sector.
• This position is perfect for a proactive professional who thrives on creativity and precision in design.

• Salary likely 35k-38k dependent on experience
• Full time position based in Mitcham
• 08:30-16:00 (Some flexibility when needed)
• Bonus Scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

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.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Graduate Product Design Engineer (Manufacturing)

Blackpool

25,000 to 35,000 + Life Assurance Scheme + Staff Discount + Annual Bonus Scheme + Full Training Plan + Over Time

Are you a Graduate Product Design Engineer or similar looking to join a manufacturing company with a distinguished reputation in designing, manufacturing and suppling products to the Hospitality sector internationally.

Do you want to work for a reputable company who take pride in producing award winning products and values their employees, offering an industry-leading training to help progress your technical skills. This Monday to Friday fully on-site role is partnered with additional bonuses such as paid overtime, staff discount and a life assurance scheme.

On offer is the opportunity for a Graduate Product Design Engineer or similar to join a company which prides itself on the quality of their products, taking advantage of their 75 years of experience. The company is one of the oldest manufactures in their specialised field, partnered with a historic past winning multiple awards and a distinguished global portfolio.

In this role you will design and produce elegant and innovative decorative lighting, primarily through CAD modelling, using systems such as SolidWorks as well as PDM systems and KeyShot. This role will also consist of assisting the Chief Design Officer as well as the Marketing team to create concepts and key promotional materials. Alongside this, you will also collaborate with internal teams such as engineering, production and procurement to help modify and update existing designs to help improve cost or performance.

This role would suit a Graduate Product Design Engineer or similar looking for a role at a well-established and industry leading decorative lighting manufacturer, with the added benefit of an industry leading training scheme. Ideally the candidate will be able to digitally sketch and have an understanding with LEDs/lighting, adobe illustrator and metal/glass fabrication.

The Role:

• Utilisation of CAD Systems
• Assisting internal teams
• Root analysis to improve designs

The Person:

• Graduate Product Design Engineer
• Within 20 miles from Job site
• Eagerness to evolve skills

Keywords: Product Design Engineer, Manufacturing, Design, Engineering, Fabrication, Decorative Lighting, graduate

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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We are looking for a Product Design Engineer to join the team at a leading lighting manufacturer in Mitcham. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in design engineering, with specific expertise in lighting design.

• Develop and expand the company's distinguished collection of antiques and modern reproductions with an emphasis on integrity and beauty.
• Design lighting and additional products for the company using SolidWorks.
• Participate actively in product development.
• Contribute to project management tasks.

• Proven experience in design engineering, ideally within the lighting industry.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Strong skills in creating high-quality technical drawings and CAD files for lighting and furniture.
• Comfortable with producing detailed drawings of components, assemblies, and exploded views based on original designs.
• Capable of working independently and proposing innovative engineering solutions for new product designs.
• Adaptable to fast-paced environments with the ability to manage time-sensitive projects related to new collection launches and bespoke projects.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, diverse materials, and installation techniques specific to the lighting sector.
• This position is perfect for a proactive professional who thrives on creativity and precision in design.

• Salary likely 35k-38k dependent on experience
• Full time position based in Mitcham
• 08:30-16:00 (Some flexibility when needed)
• Bonus Scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

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.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.