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Job title

Design Engineer

Ref no. BHN587833
Location Gillingham, England
Start date ASAP
Job type Permanent
Job status Open

Job summary

HYBRID (after probabtion - 2 days from home)

37 hour working week.

1pm finish on Fridays

SPONSORSHIP NOT AVAILABLE

Key skills required for this role

CAD, SOLIDWORKS, FUEL INJECTION

Important

CAD, Solidworks, Fuel Injection

Job description

An exciting opportunity has opened for an experienced Design Engineer to join a global engineering business at the forefront of clean mobility technology. This role is focused on the design and development of diesel high-pressure fuel pumps, with hands-on involvement from concept through to manufacturing.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop high-pressure diesel fuel injection components

  • Create 3D models and detailed drawings using SolidWorks

  • Use DFMEA and design analysis tools to ensure product robustness

  • Interpret simulation and test data to propose design improvements

  • Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing and internal teams across the product lifecycle

  • Support design reviews and prototype development

Ideal Background

  • Degree-qualified in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering (or equivalent experience)

  • 5-10 years in a design or product development role

  • Strong understanding of GD&T, DFMEA, and precision engineering

  • Proficient with SolidWorks CAD

  • Clear communicator and confident collaborator across all levels

  • Detail-driven and passionate about high-accuracy design work

🎯 What's on Offer

  • Hybrid working (office-based in Gillingham with flexibility for up to 2 days working from home)

  • Competitive Salary
  • A structured onboarding process and development pathway

  • Global exposure with opportunities for cross-functional collaboration

  • A supportive, inclusive engineering culture with a focus on innovation

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health & wellbeing support, pension, and generous holiday allowance

  • Relocation Package of up to £8000

📍 Location: Gillingham, Kent


📩 Interested? Reach out directly or apply to find out more.

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