Design Engineer
| Posting date: | 21 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £45,000 to £60,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Bonus scheme, company events |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 June 2026 |
| Location: | Melksham, Wiltshire, SN14 0HY |
| Company: | Hunter Selection Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 28047_1779379046 |
Summary
Design Engineer
Melksham, Wiltshire
Salary from £45,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
The Opportunity
We're looking for a Design Engineer to join a growing, forward-thinking engineering business that genuinely cares about its people. You'll be working on a variety of exciting projects, involved in the full product lifecycle from concept through to production with the chance to make a real impact. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who wants to develop their career in a supportive environment where your contribution is valued and recognised.
What You'll Be Doing
- Developing innovative design concepts from initial brief through to production
- Creating 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings
- Supporting product development, testing, and validation activities
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams across engineering, production, and quality
- Contributing to problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives
- Supporting the transition of designs into manufacturing
What We're Looking For
- Degree qualified in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- Experience with 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Inventor, Solid Edge or similar)
- Strong understanding of engineering and product design principles
- A proactive, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving skills
- Someone who enjoys working collaboratively and taking ownership of their work
What's in It for You
- Salary starting from £45,000
- Twice-yearly bonus scheme
- Private medical scheme
- Enhanced sick pay
- Regular company events & social activities
- Clear progression and development opportunities
- A company culture that truly invests in and supports its employees
If you're looking for a role where you'll be supported, challenged, and given real opportunities to grow, this could be the perfect next step.
If you are interested please contact Emma Hardman for a confidential discussion
If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.
Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.
Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.