Elevation Recruitment are working with a leading plastic injection moulding manufacturer based near Doncaster to help them recruit Design Engineer. The company specialises in producing high-quality plastic building products.

Role Overview:As a Design Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and developing innovative plastic components and tooling for injection moulding processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop plastic components and injection mould tools using 3D CAD software (SolidWorks)
• Conduct feasibility studies to ensure product designs meet functional, manufacturability, and cost requirements
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to understand design specifications and requirements
• Optimize product designs to enhance performance, quality, and efficiency in production
• Create detailed technical drawings, specifications, and BOMs for manufacturing
• Work closely with the tooling team to ensure alignment between design and manufacturing capabilities
• Perform design validation, including FEA, prototyping, and testing, to ensure compliance with industry standards
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving design or manufacturing issues during development and production phases
• Stay updated on the latest technologies and materials in the plastic injection moulding industry

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a related field
• Proven experience in plastic injection moulding design and manufacturing processes
• Proficiency in SolidWorks
• Strong understanding of plastic materials, mould flow analysis, and DFM principles
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements related to injection moulding
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality designs

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and supportive work environment in a leading manufacturing company
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including pension and holiday entitlement
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools