Junior Design Engineer
| Posting date: | 10 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Dependant on Experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 August 2025 |
| Location: | Fareham Common, Fareham |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | OutThere RPO |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JDE-ARM1 |
Summary
We are looking for a Junior Design Engineer to join our clients Product Development team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and practically-minded individual with a passion for design and engineering.
You will support the future development and continuous improvement of our product range, working closely with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.
Key Responsibilities
-Prepare manufacturing drawings and documentation for both existing and new products
-Draft sheet metal drawings using SolidWorks and from physical product evaluations
-Assist in creating work instructions for the assembly of Armorgard products
-Modify existing drawings to support continuous product improvement initiatives
-Support Product Design Engineers in delivering project work to deadlines
-Contribute to basic electrical assembly work and support circuit design tasks
-Assist in developing product literature such as user manuals and instructions
-Take a hands-on approach to ensure quality and design specifications are met
-Produce bespoke CAD models based on specific requirements
-Support the Head of Product Development with ad hoc project work
Skills & Experience Required
-Exposure to product design (mechanical or electrical) preferred. However, graduates or those that have recently completed an apprenticeship would also be considered.
-Familiarity with CAD systems such as SolidWorks is preferred
-Basic knowledge of electrical components is a plus
-Practical mindset, with hands-on experience through hobbies, workshop tasks, or similar
-Strong communication and teamwork skills
-Highly organised and able to meet deadlines
-Willingness to learn and operate basic workshop tools
-Enthusiastic and proactive attitude
What We Offer
-Opportunity to work with an innovative, supportive, and passionate team
-Ongoing training and development
-A collaborative and value-driven company culture
-The chance to make a meaningful contribution to exciting new products
You will support the future development and continuous improvement of our product range, working closely with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.
Key Responsibilities
-Prepare manufacturing drawings and documentation for both existing and new products
-Draft sheet metal drawings using SolidWorks and from physical product evaluations
-Assist in creating work instructions for the assembly of Armorgard products
-Modify existing drawings to support continuous product improvement initiatives
-Support Product Design Engineers in delivering project work to deadlines
-Contribute to basic electrical assembly work and support circuit design tasks
-Assist in developing product literature such as user manuals and instructions
-Take a hands-on approach to ensure quality and design specifications are met
-Produce bespoke CAD models based on specific requirements
-Support the Head of Product Development with ad hoc project work
Skills & Experience Required
-Exposure to product design (mechanical or electrical) preferred. However, graduates or those that have recently completed an apprenticeship would also be considered.
-Familiarity with CAD systems such as SolidWorks is preferred
-Basic knowledge of electrical components is a plus
-Practical mindset, with hands-on experience through hobbies, workshop tasks, or similar
-Strong communication and teamwork skills
-Highly organised and able to meet deadlines
-Willingness to learn and operate basic workshop tools
-Enthusiastic and proactive attitude
What We Offer
-Opportunity to work with an innovative, supportive, and passionate team
-Ongoing training and development
-A collaborative and value-driven company culture
-The chance to make a meaningful contribution to exciting new products