Design Engineer

7 days ago


Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Proteus Recruitment Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Design Engineer to join our team at Proteus Recruitment. As a Composite Design Expert, you will be responsible for creating optimized designs and technical drawings for composite patterns and moulds using a variety of materials.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement composite tooling designs that meet customer specifications and requirements.
  • Manage customer data revisions and ensure designs meet specifications.
  • Work within time and budget constraints, and contribute to revising these when necessary.
  • Oversee external design resources as required.
  • Further develop specialist knowledge in composite tooling and manufacturing processes.

Key Skills

  • Proficiency in CAD software (Catia v5 and SolidWorks), including part design, surface design, assembly, and drafting modules.
  • Expertise in parametric modelling, tooling, and surface design optimized to meet mechanical, thermal, and manufacturing requirements.
  • Ability to create clear 2D technical drawings with proper version control, ensuring design intent is conveyed to manufacturing teams.
  • Strong understanding of composite manufacturing processes, including CNC machining and CFRP layup, and the ability to design tooling optimized for these processes.
  • Strong communication skills, good commercial awareness, and excellent time management.

Desirable Extras

  • Familiarity with aerospace engineering standards.
  • 2-5 years of experience designing tooling for composites.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
  • 25 days of holiday.
  • Career progression opportunities with flexibility in developing commercial, management, or soft skills.
  • Opportunities to participate in visits to manufacturing partners or present at events.

About Us

We are a fast-growing composites start-up that applies AI-driven solutions to the traditionally manual process of designing and ordering composite tooling, ensuring rapid transition from CAD to component. Our team is mid-sized, competent, organised, and supportive, offering a well-appointed workplace with ample parking and regular snack deliveries.



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