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Join a fast-paced and collaborative team where your work contributes to safeguarding people and infrastructure in high-profile locations around the world.

This entry-level role supports the mechanical design team by assisting with CAD drawings, documentation, and design administration. It offers a clear development pathway into either advanced CAD modelling or mechanical design engineering, depending on your strengths and interests.

Design Officer Junior responsibilities:

* Assist with design office administration, including file management and document control

* Create and update 3D CAD models and technical drawings under supervision

* Support the preparation of design documentation for internal and external use

* Maintain drawing databases in line with company standards

* Participate in design reviews and team meetings to build product knowledge

* Ensure accuracy and compliance in all drawings and documentation

Skills & experience required:

* HNC/HND or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or related field (or working towards)

* Familiarity with 2D and 3D CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo)

* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

* Clear communication skills, both written and verbal

* Proactive and collaborative attitude

Desirable Skills

* Previous experience in a design or engineering environment

* Understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering standards

* Familiarity with document control systems or PLM software

* Knowledge of ISO or BS8888 drawing standards

Benefits

* Competitive salary based on experience

* 25 days paid holiday (excluding public holidays)

* Structured training and development programme

* Supportive team environment with career progression opportunities

* Exposure to diverse engineering and design projects

* Company pension contributions

* Life assurance benefit

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy