Design Engineer

Job Title: Manufacturing Design Engineer – Retail Displays

Location: Witham, Essex

Employment Type: Full-Time



Market 36 Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our client based in Witham for a Manufacturing Design Engineer to join their growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative business specialising in the design and manufacture of high-quality retail display solutions for leading brands across a variety of industries.



Role Overview:

The successful candidate will play a key role in transforming conceptual retail display designs into detailed, production-ready engineering documentation. You will collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure that projects are delivered with precision, creativity, and cost-efficiency—from prototype to final production.



Key Responsibilities:



* Translate industrial design concepts into detailed engineering drawings for fabrication



* Create 3D models and manufacturing drawings using Inventor



* Select suitable materials and processes (wood, metal, acrylic, plastic, print) considering cost, durability, and visual appeal



* Collaborate with production teams and external suppliers to ensure feasibility and accuracy



* Conduct tolerance analysis, create Bills of Materials (BOMs), and evaluate design for manufacture (DFM)



* Provide input on tooling and assembly methods



* Support prototyping, testing, and iterative design development



* Ensure adherence to project deadlines, budgets, and quality standards



* Comply with health and safety regulations and client-specific requirements



* Occasional travel for site visits, installations, or supplier meetings may be required



Required Qualifications and Experience:



* Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design Engineering, Product Design, or a related field



* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in retail display design or custom fabrication



* Proficiency in CAD software, particularly Autodesk Inventor



* Strong understanding of materials and processes such as woodworking, metalwork, acrylic forming, and printing



* Knowledge of DFM principles and production constraints



* Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills



* Confident communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally



* Capable of managing multiple projects to tight deadlines



Desirable Skills:



* Experience with POP/POS display manufacturing



* Hands-on fabrication or shop-floor experience



* Awareness of sustainable materials and manufacturing practices



* Familiarity with ERP or PDM systems



What’s on Offer:



* Competitive salary and benefits



* Career development opportunities



* Engaging and collaborative work environment



* The chance to contribute to high-profile retail display projects



If you're a motivated and technically skilled design engineer looking to be part of a creative and fast-paced industry, we’d love to hear from you.



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