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Design Engineer – Recovery Vehicles job posting

Design office

Design Engineer

Recovery Vehicles

£40k–£48k

per year

DroitwichFull-timeOn-siteReports to Engineering Manager

Key responsibilities

Design and develop mechanical systems and structures for recovery vehicles — bodies, booms, subframes, platforms and hydraulic interfaces

Create 3D models and assemblies using Autodesk Inventor

Produce 2D technical drawings in AutoCAD for manufacturing and assembly

Ensure designs comply with safety standards, regulations, and load requirements

Perform basic engineering calculations for strength, load capacity, and material selection

Collaborate with production, fabrication teams, and suppliers for practical, cost-effective designs

Maintain accurate documentation, part lists, and revision control

Assist with continuous improvement of existing vehicle designs

Required qualifications & experience

Education

BEng / equivalent in Mechanical or Design Engineering

Autodesk Inventor

5+ years — 3D modelling & assemblies

AutoCAD 2D

5+ years — detailed engineering drawings

Manufacturing

Welding, fabrication & machining processes

Technical skills

Read specs, problem-solve, strong attention to detail

Desirable skills

Heavy-duty / recovery vehicles Hydraulic systems Structural steel & load-bearing design Independent multi-project management

Benefits

Competitive salary — £40,000 to £48,000 depending on experience

Work on purpose-built, specialised recovery vehicles

Career development and long-term growth opportunities

Free on-site parking