Your new companyHays Engineering are working in partnership with a well-established and highly regarded manufacturing organisation based in County Down to recruit a Design Engineer.This is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative business with a strong presence in the Agricultural and Construction sectors. The company has a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality, cost-effective machinery and continues to invest in research, development, and continuous improvement.Your new roleAs a Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the development of new and existing products, contributing to innovative engineering solutions and continuous product improvement.Your responsibilities will include:Designing and developing machinery using SolidWorksCollaborating with production teams to resolve technical challengesEngaging with customers to address design-related queries and improvementsProducing detailed engineering drawings and technical documentationApplying Design for Manufacture (DFM) principlesSupporting prototype testing and implementing design enhancementsKeeping up to date with industry trends and best practicesWhat you'll need to succeedDegree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a related disciplineProven experience using CAD software, ideally SolidWorksStrong understanding of mechanical systems and engineering principlesExcellent problem-solving skills and attention to detailAbility to work effectively within a team environmentStrong communication skills, both internal and customer-facingWhat you'll get in returnCompetitive salary (£33,000 - £45,000 DOE)40-hour working week with an early finish (2pm) on Fridays30 days annual leaveHealth & wellbeing programmePension schemeOpportunity to work with an innovative and growing engineering businessWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be