Design Engineer Jobs in Hinckley, Leicestershire (LE10) – Hybrid Working Available

Design Engineer – Mechanical Engineering / CAD Design Engineer – Hinckley, Leicestershire

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Design Engineer to join a successful and growing engineering business based in Hinckley, Leicestershire (LE10). This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer, CAD Design Engineer, or Project Design Engineer looking to develop their career within a financially stable global engineering group that still retains the flexibility, culture, and hands-on environment of an SME.

This Design Engineer job in Hinckley offers a varied and technically interesting role where you will work on bespoke mechanical engineering and manufacturing projects from concept through to completion. The company offers hybrid working flexibility, excellent training and development, a supportive engineering team, and the opportunity to work closely with senior management to broaden your technical and commercial skills.

The role is commutable from Leicester, Nuneaton, Coventry, Bedworth, Lutterworth, Tamworth, and surrounding areas across Leicestershire and Warwickshire.

About the Company

This opportunity is with a highly profitable engineering and manufacturing business that forms part of a larger global organisation. While backed by the investment, stability, and long-term security of an international group, the local business unit operates with the agility and collaborative culture of a smaller SME environment.

The company is continuing to invest in its people, engineering capability, and long-term growth plans. Employees benefit from working in a close-knit team where their contribution is recognised, while also enjoying the support, infrastructure, and career opportunities associated with a larger engineering business.

This is an ideal environment for an ambitious Design Engineer who wants genuine variety, technical challenge, and long-term career progression.

The Role – Design Engineer / CAD Design Engineer

As a Design Engineer based in Hinckley, you will play a key role in the design and development of bespoke mechanical engineering systems and custom-built solutions. No two projects are the same, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, technical variety, and working across the full project lifecycle.

You will work closely with customers, suppliers, and internal engineering colleagues to deliver high-quality design solutions tailored to customer requirements. The role combines hands-on engineering design work with project coordination responsibilities, providing excellent exposure to both technical and commercial aspects of engineering projects.

This position would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer or Project Design Engineer with experience in manufacturing or mechanical engineering environments who is looking to take the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities

Producing detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings for bespoke engineering projects
Designing mechanical systems and custom engineering solutions to customer specifications
Managing engineering projects through the full lifecycle, from concept through to manufacture
Working closely with customers to understand technical requirements and project expectations
Liaising with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure smooth project delivery
Supporting continuous improvement and design development activities
Collaborating with the Engineering Manager and wider engineering team on project delivery
Ensuring designs are practical, manufacturable, and commercially viable
Assisting with technical documentation and engineering specifications where required

This role offers a strong balance between technical design engineering and broader project involvement, making it an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to develop into a more senior engineering or project-focused role in the future.

Skills and Experience Required

The company is keen to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic Design Engineer who is eager to learn and develop within a supportive engineering environment.

Suitable backgrounds may include:

Design Engineer
CAD Design Engineer
Mechanical Design Engineer
Project Design Engineer
Graduate Design Engineer with industry experience
Manufacturing Engineer with CAD experience

Ideal Candidate Profile

Previous experience within a manufacturing or mechanical engineering environment
Experience producing 2D and 3D CAD drawings
Knowledge of CAD software such as Creo, SolidWorks, or similar packages
Good communication skills and the ability to work with customers, suppliers, and internal teams
Understanding of mechanical engineering principles and manufacturing processes
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and progress professionally
Practical engineering mindset with strong attention to detail

Qualifications

Any of the following qualifications would be advantageous:

BEng in Mechanical Engineering or similar engineering discipline
HNC or HND in Engineering
Apprentice-trained engineering background
Equivalent engineering qualifications or industry experience

Candidates who have progressed from a hands-on manufacturing or production engineering background into design engineering are also encouraged to apply.

Training, Development and Career Progression

One of the standout features of this Design Engineer vacancy is the long-term development opportunity available. The business is looking to invest in someone who wants to build a career within engineering design and project delivery.

You will work closely with experienced engineering professionals and senior leadership, gaining valuable exposure to:

Full project lifecycle management
Customer-facing engineering responsibilities
Commercial and operational engineering processes
Advanced CAD and design development
Manufacturing and production integration

The company offers structured support, training, and mentoring to help you continue developing your engineering career.

Salary and Benefits

The successful Design Engineer will receive:

Competitive salary – expected to be in the region of £35,000 depending on experience
Hybrid working / work from home flexibility
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Early finish on Fridays (12:30pm finish)
Company equipment for home working
Excellent training and development opportunities
Long-term career progression within a stable engineering business
Supportive and collaborative working environment

Why Apply for this Design Engineer Job in Hinckley?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer or CAD Design Engineer seeking a role with genuine variety and long-term career prospects.

Unlike highly repetitive design positions, this opportunity offers exposure to bespoke projects where you can see your work progress from concept through to completion. You will gain valuable experience working directly with customers and suppliers while developing both your technical and commercial engineering skills.

The business combines the stability of a global organisation with the flexibility and close teamwork of a smaller engineering company, creating an environment where engineers can genuinely develop and progress.

If you are looking for a Design Engineer job in Leicestershire that offers technical variety, hybrid working, career progression, and a supportive engineering culture, this role is well worth exploring.

Location

This Design Engineer role is based in Hinckley, Leicestershire (LE10) and is easily commutable from:

Leicester
Nuneaton
Coventry
Bedworth
Lutterworth
Tamworth
Market Bosworth
Rugby
Coalville
Surrounding areas across Leicestershire and Warwickshire

Hybrid working flexibility is available as part of the role.

Apply

To apply for this Design Engineer job in Hinckley, please contact Danny Turnock at Euro Projects Recruitment Ltd.

You can also visit the Euro Projects Recruitment website to search the latest permanent, contract, and interim engineering vacancies.