Design Engineer

  • Shorterm Group
  • City, Derby
  • Jul 23, 2025
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Job Title: Design Engineer
Location: Derby
Salary: 40,000 - 50,000 per annum (flexible depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm (3:30pm finish on Fridays)
Type: Permanent, Days Only

We are looking for an experienced Design Engineer to join our team in Derby. This is a full-time, permanent position with a well-established engineering business that designs and manufactures bespoke machinery for product handling and packaging applications.
The role involves using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor to design custom-built equipment for major food manufacturers, including handling and packaging systems for biscuits, cookies, and snack foods. Our projects are tailored to meet unique product and space requirements, so a background in bespoke machinery and interior layout design is essential.

Key responsibilities:

Create detailed 2D and 3D designs using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor
Design mechanical systems including conveyors and automated machinery
Work on bespoke machinery for space-restricted production environments
Collaborate with electrical and production teams to ensure functional and practical solutions
Take projects from initial concept through to manufacture and installation

Key requirements:

Proficient in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor
Strong mechanical design background
Must have experience designing bespoke machinery and conveyor systems
Experience working with interior layouts or confined space equipment is essential
Able to work both independently and as part of a team
Understanding of manufacturing processes and materials

We are open-minded on salary and happy to discuss this based on your experience.
To apply or to find out more, please get in touch.