Design Engineer
hace 7 días
Colchester
Why apply? Join an established GRP and composites manufacturer of over 110 people as their next Design Engineer, bringing your BIM and CAD skills to a growing order book across rail, utilities, water, and marine infrastructure. This is a role with real project ownership, from concept through to as-built, backed by genuine investment in your technical development and a clear progression pathway, all within a business building sustainable, low-carbon infrastructure that has a lasting impact. What's on offer • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Company pension, • Performance-related bonus, • Role-specific training & development, • Health screening & wellbeing programmes The opportunity As the design team expands, we're looking for a hands-on Design Engineer with strong BIM and CAD experience to deliver detailed 2D/3D models and drawings across live infrastructure and installation projects. You'll work closely with Project Managers, Production, and Engineering teams, taking ownership from concept through to as-built on multiple concurrent projects. BIM is central to this role and will be used daily. Key responsibilities • Produce detailed 2D/3D models and drawings using Inventor, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and BIM tools, • Ensure designs are compliant, constructable, and technically accurate, • Collaborate with internal teams to resolve technical queries and coordinate across projects, • Attend site visits and produce red-line and as-built drawings, • Support product development and continuous improvement initiatives What we're looking for Essential • Hands-on BIM experience gained on live engineering or construction projects, academic-only experience will not be sufficient, • Proficient with CAD tools including Inventor, SolidWorks, and/or AutoCAD, • Strong structural or installation design knowledge, • Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and communicate confidently on-site, • Experience with GRP or composite structures, • Background in civil, structural, or installation design, • Working towards or holding professional membership (e.g. IStructE, ICE, CABE, or equivalent) If you're a practically minded Design Engineer with solid hands-on BIM and CAD experience and a passion for technical problem-solving in sustainable infrastructure, apply now for this opportunity to join a business at the forefront of UK composites innovation.