Design Engineer

Design Engineer - Precision Engineering

Location: Cheltenham

Hours: 40 hours per week

Salary: £42,000

Hawk3 are excited to partner with a leading precision engineering company in recruiting an experienced Design Engineer to take on a key role in designing and developing complex tooling and precision engineering solutions.

This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, high-precision environment where you will be integral to taking projects from concept through to completion, ensuring top-tier quality and functionality.

The Role:

As a Design Engineer, you'll be responsible for the design of precision tools and fixtures, using your expertise to create high-performance solutions. You will collaborate closely with clients, engineers, and production teams, providing technical leadership to ensure the highest standards of quality, manufacturability, and cost-efficiency are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design of Press tools & fixtures using advanced CAD software, including CATIA V5.
• Manage design projects from concept through to final approval, ensuring designs are manufacturable, cost-efficient, and meet performance standards.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their requirements and provide expert technical guidance.
• Oversee the work of the design team, offering mentorship and support throughout the process.
• Maintain design documentation, ensuring compliance with ISO standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the innovation of design processes.
• Support full-rate production for a range of products aligned with the business requirements.
• Produce detailed process instructions when new tooling is introduced.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Design Engineer in tooling and precision engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD software, particularly CATIA V5.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic & hydroforming presses and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Leadership experience or the ability to support and guide junior team members.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across functions.

Why Join This Client?

• Join a growing, innovative company at the forefront of precision engineering.
• Work on diverse and challenging projects across multiple industries.
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values innovation and quality.
• Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• Be a part of a company with a strong reputation for excellence.

Key Personal Competencies:

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communicator who can influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Independent thinker with the ability to drive customer-first priorities and quality standards.
• Experience in driving process and cultural change within engineering teams.

If you're an experienced Design Engineer ready to take the next step in your career and work on impactful, innovative projects, apply now!

If you would like to apply for the role of Design Engineer then please email your CV to donna.gibson@hawk-3.com or call Donna on 07885968651.

Closing date is 13.03.26 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.

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Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future.