Design Engineer

Are you a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate or early-career Design Engineer looking to develop your skills within a global manufacturing environment? We are currently recruiting for a Design Engineer I to join a leading engineering business based in Ipswich. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a variety of projects, supporting the development of high-quality, cost-effective mechanical designs within a supportive and experienced team. This role is open to graduates with a relevant degree, although the ideal candidate will have 1-2 years' practical experience in a manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: - Produce mechanical designs that meet performance, reliability, and cost requirements Create and maintain documentation including drawings, BOMs, and assembly instructions Work closely with manufacturing and production teams to ensure designs are practical and efficient Ensure compatibility across components, assemblies, and wider systems Carry out basic FEA/CAE analysis to support decisions Support continuous improvement and design optimisation activities Collaborating with internal teams on new product development Ensure designs meet relevant standards, regulations, and quality requirements Assist with test planning, validation, and development activities Support testing and contribute to ongoing design improvements About You: - Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline Graduate or 1-2 years' experience in a design/manufacturing role Experience or understanding of working with metals, plastics, or alloys Basic knowledge of engineering development processes (prototyping, testing, DFM) Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Motivated, proactive, and eager to develop your career Technical Skills: - Experience with CAD software Exposure to FEA tools (e.g. ANSYS) desirable Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings What's on Offer: - £30,000 - £35,000 salary (depending on experience) 9 day fortnight, Monday to Thursday with every other Friday off Hours are 07:00-16:00 Excellent training and development opportunities Exposure to full product lifecycle within a global business Supportive team environment with clear progression opportunities If you're looking to kick-start or develop your career in mechanical design engineering, Apply today! #SUFFOLKPERM