Junior Product Design Engineer in Southampton

Junior Product Design Engineer in Southampton

Southampton Full-Time 36000 - 44000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Careers In Design (Recruitment) Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support product development by creating CAD models and technical documentation.
  • Company: Leading designer of high-quality lighting and furnishings with a creative culture.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, pension, and career development opportunities.
  • Other info: Exciting chance to work on diverse projects and enhance your engineering expertise.
  • Why this job: Join a collaborative team and grow your design skills in an innovative environment.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Product Design or related field; knowledge of CAD software required.

The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.

Our client is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality lighting and furnishing products, supplying the interior design and specification market. Renowned for beautifully designed and expertly made products, they are now looking for a Junior Design Engineer to join their Design & Technical team. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career design engineer to develop their technical and product development skills within a creative and collaborative environment.

The Role:

  • Working alongside experienced designers and engineers, you will support the development of new and existing products, producing accurate CAD data, manufacturing drawings and technical documentation.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Producing 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks or similar CAD software
  • Creating BOMs, technical specifications and product documentation
  • Supporting prototyping, sample inspection, testing and 3D printing
  • Liaising with Production, Quality and Procurement teams to resolve technical queries
  • Contributing to design reviews and product development projects
  • Maintaining accurate CAD, PDM and technical documentation

About You:

  • As a Graduate or Junior Design Engineer with up to two years' experience, you will have:
  • A degree or HND in Product Design, Design Engineering or a related discipline
  • Good knowledge of 3D CAD and technical drawing, ideally SolidWorks
  • An understanding of materials, manufacturing processes and Design for Manufacture
  • Good practical problem-solving skills and a commercially aware approach
  • The ability to manage multiple projects and work to tight deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills and enthusiasm to develop your career

What's on Offer?

  • £28,000 - £30,000
  • 25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays
  • Pension
  • Excellent opportunity for career development within a highly regarded design-led business

Junior Product Design Engineer in Southampton employer: Careers In Design (Recruitment) Ltd

Join a leading design-led contract furniture manufacturer in Greater London, where creativity meets opportunity. With a structured pathway to the Design Manager role by 2028, you'll benefit from significant salary increases and a performance-related bonus scheme, all within a supportive work culture that fosters employee growth and innovation. This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious designers looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment.

Careers In Design (Recruitment) Ltd

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We think you need these skills to ace Junior Product Design Engineer in Southampton

3D CAD
SolidWorks
Technical Drawing
BOM Creation
Technical Specifications
Prototyping
Sample Inspection