Project Design Engineer

Location: Sittingbourne, Kent Type: Permanent | Competitive Salary + Benefits

We are recruiting a Project Design Engineer to join a growing engineering team, taking ownership of projects from concept through to completion. This position combines mechanical design with hands-on project delivery and is ideal for someone who enjoys seeing their work progress from initial concept to installation.

Key Responsibilities

Design engineered products and systems using CAD (AutoCAD / SolidWorks).

Produce drawings, layouts, and design calculations.

Support the full project lifecycle from technical requirements to installation.

Coordinate with suppliers, customers, and internal engineering teams.

Manage project progress, costings, and documentation.

Develop new designs and improve existing solutions.

Requirements

Engineering qualification (HND/HNC, City & Guilds, or equivalent).

CAD experience (training available where necessary).

Previous design and/or project engineering experience.

Experience in the UK water industry (advantage but not essential).

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel, including occasional overnight stays.

Why Join?

This role offers responsibility, technical variety, and the chance to take ownership of meaningful engineering projects. You will be supported by a collaborative team while retaining autonomy over your work and contributing to bespoke product d...