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Design Engineer – Hydraulics & Heavy Steel Fabrication
Ipswich
Circa £40,000 + benefits

A long-established manufacturer of bespoke processing and handling machinery is seeking a Design Engineer with strong experience in hydraulics and heavy steel fabrication. This is a hands-on role designing robust, heavy-duty equipment for a global customer base.

The role of Design Engineer includes:

* Design bespoke machinery with a focus on hydraulic systems (cylinders, power packs, manifolds, pipework)

* Produce 3D models and detailed fabrication drawings (Inventor / AutoCAD)

* Design heavy steel fabrications, frames and welded structures

* Create BOMs and manufacturing documentation

* Support build, testing and commissioning of equipment

* Work closely with fabrication and production teams to ensure practical, manufacturable designs

To be considered for the role of Design Engineer:-

* Degree/HND in Mechanical Engineering or similar

* Strong experience with hydraulics and heavy fabricated steel structures

* Proficient in Inventor (or similar 3D CAD) and AutoCAD

* Experience designing bespoke or special purpose machinery

* Hands-on, practical approach with strong attention to detail

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of full lifecycle machinery projects within a stable, growing engineering business