Design Engineer - Solidworks

Design Engineer – SolidWorks

Location: Oldbury, West Midlands

Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:00pm Friday: 8:00am – Early finish

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

People Solutions are looking for a Design Engineer to join our client based in Oldbury.

Benefits

• Early Friday finish
• Career progression and personal development opportunities
• Exposure to unique and bespoke design projects
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Modern working environment within a well-established manufacturing business

Day to Day Duties:

• Create 3D models and technical drawings using SolidWorks
• Develop innovative product designs and refine existing ones
• Collaborate with production, sales, and R&D teams to ensure design feasibility
• Support prototyping, testing, and continuous product improvement
• Communicate with suppliers and customers to clarify technical specifications
• Ensure all designs comply with industry standards and regulations

Essential Skills:

• Previous experience in a Design Engineer role (preferably within manufacturing)
• Proficient in SolidWorks (3D CAD essential)
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Solid understanding of engineering and manufacturing processes
• Confident communicator with strong teamwork abilities

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of design for manufacture (DFM) and material selection
• Experience working on bespoke or customised products
• Familiarity with compliance standards and quality systems

Training:

• Fully paid induction and onboarding
• Ongoing SolidWorks and design process training
• Opportunities for professional development and upskilling

Interested?

• Apply now to join a growing and forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement