Company: OUTTHERE RPO LTD
Job Type: Apprenticeship, FullTime
Salary: Salary negotiable
We are looking for a Junior Design Engineer to join our clients Product Development team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and practically-minded individual with a passion for design and engineering. You will support the future development and continuous improvement of our product range, working closely with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare manufacturing drawings and documentation for both existing and new products
- Draft sheet metal drawings using SolidWorks and from physical product evaluations
- Assist in creating work instructions for the assembly of Armorgard products
- Modify existing drawings to support continuous product improvement initiatives
- Support Product Design Engineers in delivering project work to deadlines
- Contribute to basic electrical assembly work and support circuit design tasks
- Assist in developing product literature such as user manuals and instructions
- Take a hands-on approach to ensure quality and design specifications are met
- Produce bespoke CAD models based on specific requirements
- Support the Head of Product Development with ad hoc project work
Skills & Experience Required
- Exposure to product design (mechanical or electrical) preferred. However, graduates or those that have recently completed an apprenticeship would also be considered.
- Familiarity with CAD systems such as SolidWorks is preferred
- Basic knowledge of electrical components is a plus
- Practical mindset, with hands-on experience through hobbies, workshop tasks, or similar
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Highly organised and able to meet deadlines
- Willingness to learn and operate basic workshop tools
- Enthusiastic and proactive attitude
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work with an innovative, supportive, and passionate team
- Ongoing training and development
- A collaborative and value-driven company culture
- The chance to make a meaningful contribution to exciting new products