Design Engineer (SolidWorks/Solid Edge CAD)

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Job information

  • Location: Newton Abbot, Devon
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Job sector: Engineering
  • Working arrangement: Office based
  • Salary: £42500 - £47500 per annum + Training, Progression, Bonus
  • Published: 16 September 2026

Design Engineer (SolidWorks/Solid Edge CAD)

Newton Abbot

£42,500 to £47,500 + In-House Training + Career Progression + Annual Bonus

Are you a Design Engineer or similar, with experience using SolidWorks or Solid Edge CAD, looking to join a close-knit and collaborative company, where you be able to support the full product lifecycle from early-stage concepts through to final design release, with clear progression paths to head of product development?

Do you want to be the technical go-to for all Design needs, working closely with other departments such as production, sales, and R&D, having a real impact on the company’s product development and overall reputation in both UK and international markets?

On offer is the chance to work for a reputable and worldwide renowned manufacturer of interior and exterior cleaning equipment. Founded 20 years ago, this family-owned business has grown to be an industry leader.

In this role you will play a key role in the Design process from initial concept through to design release. You will be responsible for developing high-quality 3D models, assemblies, and engineering models, as well as playing a key role in prototype builds, testing, and validation of proposed products.

This role would suit a Product Design Engineer or similar, looking for an autonomous role where you will be the technical go-to for all company Design needs, at a family-owned manufacturing business, with the added benefits of in-house training on the company’s expertise, career progression into senior roles, and an annual bonus.

The Role

  • Working on the full design process from initial concept through to design release
  • Developing 3D models, assemblies, and engineering models
  • Working on prototype builds, testing, and validation of proposed products

The Person

  • Design engineer or similar, with experience using SolidWorks or Solid Edge CAD
  • Looking for a role with exposure to the full Product Desing process and clear progression paths to senior positions
  • Commutable distance to Newton abbot

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