Product Design Engineer (R&D / SolidWorks)

£30,000 - £38,000 + Hybrid Work After Probation + Tailored Progression Plan + 33 Days Holiday (Increases with Service) + Life Assurance + Staff Discounts + Spot Rewards + Westfield Health Cash Plan + Enhanced Family Pay

Are you a Design Engineer (Solidworks) or similar looking for a unique opportunity in a brand new position in Product Research and Development offering full training and progression to climb the ladder in an award-winning Construction group?

This is more than just a CAD role - it's a genuine Research & Development opportunity in one of Europe's most profitable Building Product Manufacturers. You'll get to turn your own ideas into prototypes, test new concepts, and see them manufactured and used in major Construction Projects across the UK and Europe.

Instead of churning out drawings, you'll be involved in the full product lifecycle - from design through to innovation, cost-saving improvements, and global roll-outs. It's a chance to step up into a creative R&D position in a company that's scaling rapidly and investing heavily in innovation.

What You'll Do

• Work with SolidWorks and AutoCAD to create CAD designs for new products and modifications
• Support prototyping, testing, CFD analysis, and value engineering projects
• Develop and improve products to boost performance and reduce costs
• Collaborate with manufacturing, finance, and marketing to ensure commercial viability
• Contribute to innovation workshops and bring your own ideas to the table
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and patent documentation

What You'll Need

• Background in Product Design, R&D, or Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Analytical mindset with a hands-on approach to problem solving
• Genuine passion for innovation, sustainability, and improving the built environment

Why Join?

• Work directly under the Research and Development Director - fast-track visibility and mentorship
• Clear progression routes into Senior R&D, Design Leadership, or Project Management
• Be part of a company expanding globally, with new product lines and rapid career opportunities
• See your work manufactured and shipped across Europe - real impact, not just drawings
• Join an award-winning Construction Group investing in people, technology, and innovation

Keywords: Graduate Product Design Engineer, SolidWorks, building products, construction, product development, R&D, prototyping, sustainability, pricing, margin, manufacturability, testing, Swadlincote, hybrid, mentorship, progression.

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