Design Engineer
Ilkley, Bradford
Design Engineer Salary: £35,000£40,000
Were looking for a skilled Design Engineer to join a well-established engineering business in Ilkley that designs and builds bespoke industrial equipment used across the UK and overseas.
This is a hands-on Design Engineer role, ideal for someone who enjoys detailed 3D modelling, solving engineering challenges, and producing drawings that work in the real world.
As a Design Engineer, youll be:
- Producing 3D models and detailed manufacturing drawings from concepts and specifications.
- Working closely with Project Engineers to deliver accurate, buildable designs.
- Liaising with manufacturing teams to make sure your Design Engineer work aligns with production capabilities.
- Completing bills of materials and maintaining tidy, consistent drawing packs.
- Visiting sites occasionally to survey equipment or troubleshoot design issues.
To be successful as a Design Engineer, youll need:
- HNC or higher in Mechanical Engineering.
- At least 2 years experience as a Design Engineer within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
- Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor (or similar 3D CAD software).
- Good understanding of fabrication, sheet metal design, and mechanical assemblies.
- Clear communication skills and great attention to detail.
Bonus points if you have:
- A full UK driving licence and are happy to travel occasionally in the UK or abroad.
- A practical understanding of how things go together on the shop floor.
Why join as a Design Engineer?
Youll get a salary between £35,000 and £47,500 depending on experience, plus the chance to work on a wide range of interesting projects.
Youll be part of a friendly engineering team that values doing things properly, not just ticking boxes.
Expect good support, autonomy, and the satisfaction of seeing your work in action.
Sound like your kind of role?
Call Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Ilkley,England
Start: 02/01/2026
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £40000 per annum
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Skills
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CAD Software Autodesk suite, SolidWorks, CATIA or similar.
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