Project Design Engineer in Helmsley

Design Engineer – Bespoke Projects | North Yorkshire | Up to £45,000 Are you a creative yet technically-minded Designer who enjoys seeing your ideas come to life? If you\'re confident in SolidWorks and have a passion for turning design briefs into beautiful, one-of-a-kind finished products, this could be right up your street. The Company This specialist design and manufacturing business punches well above its weight, operating with a close-knit team of around 20 staff. They’re known for producing high-end, fully bespoke projects. Everything is designed and made in-house with no standard products, templates, or kits. Thanks to a surge in project enquiries and a healthy order book, they’re now looking for a new Design Engineer to join the team and take the lead on their own projects. The Role You\'ll work on one project at a time, owning it from concept to completion. That includes early client conversations, concept sketching, 3D modelling in SolidWorks, creating drawing packs for production, and liaising with the in-house workshop team. If you\'re someone who enjoys managing the whole lifecycle of a job—this role gives you full ownership and the satisfaction that comes with it. Typical day-to-day might involve: * Developing bespoke concepts using SolidWorks (3+ years’ experience essential) * Manage the projects at all stages throughout the design process; on time and within budget * Attending weekly or bi-weekly project meetings to manage priorities * Preparing drawing packs, BOMs, and technical info for manufacturing * Working closely with artisans and fabricators across wood, metal, and other materials * Balancing creativity with commercial awareness to ensure projects stay profitable What You\'ll Need * 3+ years\' experience in SolidWorks (Essential) * A background in furniture, product, or architectural metalwork design is ideal * Strong visual and technical design skills, with the ability to manage time and deadlines * A positive attitude and willingness to learn and get stuck in What You\'ll Get * Salary: Up to £45,000 (depending on experience) * Working hours: 8:00–17:00 Mon–Thurs, 8:00–15:30 Fri (38.75 hrs/week) * Working Hours: * Monday – Thursday - 8:00 am – 5:00pm * Friday - 8 am – 3:30 pm * Working hours are flexible * Electric Company Car Scheme * Holidays: 23 days plus bank holidays * Long-term flexibility: Up to 50% remote work after 2 years’ service * Extra perks: Team socials, training courses (including SolidWorks certification), EV charging, fruit baskets, and more Why Join? If you like the idea of designing genuinely unique commissions and seeing them brought to life under one roof, this is a great chance to get hands-on with beautifully crafted, high-end projects. The team are friendly, passionate, and supportive—no egos, just a shared ambition to deliver beautiful, functional design