Design Engineer

Design Engineer (Mechanical & Civils) – £45,000–£55,000 – Permanent Role
Location: North East London

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Design Engineer (Mechanical & Civils) on behalf of our clients, with projects based across North East London.

This is a permanent PAYE position offering a salary between £45,000–£55,000, providing excellent long-term career prospects within a stable and growing engineering sector.

What’s on Offer

* Salary between £45,000–£55,000

* Permanent PAYE role

* Laptop & mobile phone

* Company pension

* Life insurance (up to 4x salary)

* 33 days holiday, increasing with service

* Mental health & wellbeing support

* Enhanced paternity & maternity leave

* Clear career progression pathway

* Supportive and flexible working environment

Role Overview

As a Design Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering engineering designs and detailed drawings, working closely with project managers and wider teams to support projects from concept through to delivery.

Key Responsibilities

* Review design briefs, scopes, and survey information to determine requirements

* Produce 2D and 3D designs using CAD software

* Prepare accurate drawings for fabrication and construction

* Carry out quality checks to ensure designs meet required standards

* Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients

* Develop practical design solutions to technical challenges

* Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and client specifications

* Produce material lists and detailed documentation within agreed timescales

* Continuously review and improve design outputs

Requirements

* Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (desirable)

* Proven experience in design engineering and producing detailed drawings

* Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD, SolidWorks)

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

* High attention to detail and commitment to quality