Why apply?
Join an established GRP and composites manufacturer of over 110 people as their next Design Engineer, bringing your BIM and CAD skills to a growing order book across rail, utilities, water, and marine infrastructure. This is a role with real project ownership, from concept through to as-built, backed by genuine investment in your technical development and a clear progression pathway, all within a business building sustainable, low-carbon infrastructure that has a lasting impact.
What's on offer
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25 days holiday + bank holidays
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Company pension
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Performance-related bonus
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Role-specific training & development
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Health screening & wellbeing programmes
The opportunity
As the design team expands, we're looking for a hands-on Design Engineer with strong BIM and CAD experience to deliver detailed 2D/3D models and drawings across live infrastructure and installation projects. You'll work closely with Project Managers, Production, and Engineering teams, taking ownership from concept through to as-built on multiple concurrent projects. BIM is central to this role and will be used daily.
Key responsibilities
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Produce detailed 2D/3D models and drawings using Inventor, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and BIM tools
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Ensure designs are compliant, constructable, and technically accurate
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Collaborate with internal teams to resolve technical queries and coordinate across projects
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Attend site visits and produce red-line and as-built drawings
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Support product development and continuous improvement initiatives
What we're looking for
Essential
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Hands-on BIM experience gained on live engineering or construction projects, academic-only experience will not be sufficient
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Proficient with CAD tools including Inventor, SolidWorks, and/or AutoCAD
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Strong structural or installation design knowledge
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Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and communicate confidently on-site
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Full UK driving licence
Desirable
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Experience with GRP or composite structures
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Background in civil, structural, or installation design
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Working towards or holding professional membership (e.g. IStructE, ICE, CABE, or equivalent)
If you're a practically minded Design Engineer based near Colchester with solid hands-on BIM and CAD experience and a passion for technical problem-solving in sustainable infrastructure, apply now for this opportunity to join a business at the forefront of UK composites innovation.
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