Design Engineer
JOB_53931634796320Job type
PermanentLocation
Co.ArmaghWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Mechanical EngineeringIndustry
EngineeringPay
£33,000 - £45,000Closing date
29 May 2026
Design Engineer
Your new company
Hays Engineering are working in partnership with a well-established and highly regarded manufacturing organisation based in County Down to recruit a Design Engineer.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative business with a strong presence in the Agricultural and Construction sectors. The company has a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality, cost-effective machinery and continues to invest in research, development, and continuous improvement.
Your new role
As a Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the development of new and existing products, contributing to innovative engineering solutions and continuous product improvement.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Designing and developing machinery using SolidWorks
- Collaborating with production teams to resolve technical challenges
- Engaging with customers to address design-related queries and improvements
- Producing detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Applying Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles
- Supporting prototype testing and implementing design enhancements
- Keeping up to date with industry trends and best practices
What you'll need to succeed
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a related discipline
- Proven experience using CAD software, ideally SolidWorks
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems and engineering principles
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment
- Strong communication skills, both internal and customer-facing
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary (£33,000 – £45,000 DOE)
- 40-hour working week with an early finish (2pm) on Fridays
- 30 days annual leave
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Pension scheme
- Opportunity to work with an innovative and growing engineering business
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ or contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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