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Development Engineer

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Posted on Jul 8, 2026 by CV-Library
East Sussex, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£26k - £28k Annual
Full-Time
Development Engineer

Are you a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate looking to kick-start your engineering career? Do you have experience with SolidWorks and an interest in product development and design? If so, this could be the perfect role for you.

Our client, a well-established engineering and manufacturing business, is seeking a Development Engineer to join their team in East Sussex. The successful candidate will have a Mechanical Engineering degree, experience with product or industrial design, and a proactive approach to supporting the development of innovative products from concept through to manufacture.

Development Engineer
Permanent Position
Salary: £26,000–£28,000 + Bonus
Monday to Friday
East Sussex

Development Engineer

Job Description

• Support the design and development of new products from concept through to manufacture using SolidWorks
• Produce 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation
• Assist with product testing, validation, and continuous improvement activities
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to meet product development objectives and project milestones
• Support prototype builds, evaluations, and design modifications based on test results and customer feedback
• Participate in design reviews and contribute innovative ideas for product improvements
• Liaise with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are suitable for production
• Assist in maintaining engineering documentation, BOMs, and revision control
• Ensure designs comply with relevant engineering standards and company quality procedures
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering team

Development Engineer

Essential Experience / Skills / Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• Experience with product design or industrial design, gained through industry, placement, or university projects
• Proficient in SolidWorks for 3D modelling and engineering drawings
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing processes
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive and hands-on approach
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Keen to develop technical knowledge and build a career within product development

If you, or anyone you know are interested in the role, click apply or send your CV and portfolio to (url removed)

Reference: 225342817

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Development Engineer

CV-Library

Posted on Jul 8, 2026 by CV-Library

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East Sussex, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£26k - £28k Annual
Full-Time
Development Engineer

Are you a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate looking to kick-start your engineering career? Do you have experience with SolidWorks and an interest in product development and design? If so, this could be the perfect role for you.

Our client, a well-established engineering and manufacturing business, is seeking a Development Engineer to join their team in East Sussex. The successful candidate will have a Mechanical Engineering degree, experience with product or industrial design, and a proactive approach to supporting the development of innovative products from concept through to manufacture.

Development Engineer
Permanent Position
Salary: £26,000–£28,000 + Bonus
Monday to Friday
East Sussex

Development Engineer

Job Description

• Support the design and development of new products from concept through to manufacture using SolidWorks
• Produce 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation
• Assist with product testing, validation, and continuous improvement activities
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to meet product development objectives and project milestones
• Support prototype builds, evaluations, and design modifications based on test results and customer feedback
• Participate in design reviews and contribute innovative ideas for product improvements
• Liaise with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are suitable for production
• Assist in maintaining engineering documentation, BOMs, and revision control
• Ensure designs comply with relevant engineering standards and company quality procedures
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering team

Development Engineer

Essential Experience / Skills / Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• Experience with product design or industrial design, gained through industry, placement, or university projects
• Proficient in SolidWorks for 3D modelling and engineering drawings
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing processes
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive and hands-on approach
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Keen to develop technical knowledge and build a career within product development

If you, or anyone you know are interested in the role, click apply or send your CV and portfolio to (url removed)
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Reference: 225342817

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