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Electronics Design Engineer 12 Month Contract Based in Stevenage Offering £58ph Inside IR35 Do you have strong experience in Electronic Design? Do you have experience throughout the product lifecycle? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your…
Principal System Safety Engineer Luton 6-month contract Paying up to £80p/h (Inside IR35) Responsibilities: Providing specialist safety advice to the SDA, to support their authorization of the Product safety, in accordance with Company processes Ensuring that safety activities conducted on…
Lead Security Engineer Luton 12-month contract Paying up to £90p/h (Inside IR35) ARM is assisting a large Aerospace client who is looking for an experienced Lead Security Engineer who will be responsible for all security aspects of product design, development,…
Job Title: Requirements Systems Engineer - Aerospace & Defence Location: Dorset (Hybrid after initial period) Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time Salary: Competitive + Benefits Package Are you an experienced Systems Engineer with a passion for high-impact aerospace technology? We're hiring…
Salesforce Technical Lead - Contract | SC Cleared | Hybrid - London Location: Hybrid - London (Predominantly remote with occasional site visits)Contract Length: - 5 monthsClearance: - Active SC Clearance required We are currently seeking an experienced Salesforce Technical Lead…
Production Test Engineer 12-month contract Based in Bolton Offering £37ph Inside IR35 Are you an experienced Test Engineer? Do you have experience testing down to component level? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to…
Software Engineer - multiple levels of seniority Permanent role Based in Gloucester Open on salary depending on experience Are you an experienced Software Engineer? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes,…
Mechanical Architect 6 month contract Based in Stevenage Offering £60ph Inside IR35 As the Mechanical Architect, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on…
Senior Civil Engineer / Civil Engineer Type: Permanent, Full Time, office based Join an award-winning Civil and Structural Engineering consultancy seeking a skilled Civil Engineer to lead and deliver infrastructure solutions across a broad portfolio of public and private sector…
Optical Engineer Basildon Paying up to £66p/h (Umbrella) Responsibilities: Deliver support to the research, design, development and manufacture phases of the product lifecycle. Contribute to system architecture definition, specifies and develops lens design. Undertake analyses and performance simulations for Optical…
Principal Systems Engineer Basildon 6-month contract Paying up to £75p/h (Inside IR35) Responsibilities: Strong technical understanding of System architectures Good experience in design of communication systems & Radar architectures & configuration Experience in RF comms and / or Radar systems…
Principal Systems Engineer Southampton 6-month contract Paying up to £75p/h (Inside IR35) Responsibilities: Strong technical understanding of System architectures Good experience in design of communication systems & Radar architectures & configuration Experience in RF comms and / or Radar systems…
Design Engineers use their technical expertise to develop products, systems and structures. Using CAD software and engineering principles, they create designs for various industries, including automotive, aerospace and infrastructure.
ARM work exclusively in the technology and engineering space and know our sectors inside out. This means we can provide the best insight and information when it comes to finding a role to suit you.
Design Engineer job responsibilities can very dependent on industry, but generally you can expect to be looking at:
All of our Design Engineer roles will detail your job responsibilities so you can make sure it’s the right match for you.
On average, a Design Engineer in the UK earns between £30K and £50K per year, but this varies depending on experience, industry and location. Senior Design Engineers and specialists in high-demand sectors can earn higher salaries, depending on skills and experience.
To become a Design Engineer, you typically need a degree in engineering, product design or another related field. We offer Design Engineer graduate jobs for those who have just finished studying and are looking at applying their learning in an industrial setting. However, if you are looking to become a Design Engineer without a degree, you could start in a related role such as a CAD technician.
If you think a Design Engineer role would be a great fit for you, come and have a chat with our friendly team to find out more about entering this fast-paced career.
Design Engineer job requirements include strong problem solving and technical skills. You’ll also be introduced to software and engineering tools that you will need to master to progress in this career path. This role requires adaptability as Design Engineers are often required to work on different campaigns which means no two days are the same.
You may also need to have additional qualifications in specialised fields, such as water design. Our job descriptions detail the key skills needed for each of our roles.
At ARM, we offer Design Engineering job opportunities across various specialist industries. We don’t believe that our job ends once you’ve started your new role. We will support you throughout your career and keep you informed of opportunities, industry trends and current legislation where relevant.
All of the industries we work within are exciting and fast-paced. Have a look below and see where you can excel.
Defence, Aerospace & Security: Work on cutting-edge projects, pushing the boundaries of technology and performance.
Transportation & Infrastructure: Shape the future of transport networks by developing innovative road, rail and bridge designs.
Energy: Contribute to the global shift towards sustainable energy by working on renewable energy projects, power grid designs and energy storage solutions.
Mechanical & Electrical Trades: Design advanced machinery, tools and electrical systems that drive industrial and commercial applications.
Maritime: Work on shipbuilding, naval architecture and marine engineering projects that shape the future of maritime transport and offshore industries.
Automotive & Motorsport: Be part of the automotive revolution, working on vehicle designs, electric vehicle technology and high-performance motorsport engineering.
ARM is more than just a recruiter. We go above and beyond job listings, working closely with our candidates to help them build a career they are passionate about. Investing the time to sit down and get to know our candidates means we can take the best approach to finding your next role. We offer both full time and contract placements, just let our team know your requirements and we can find you the perfect match.
When looking for Design Engineering jobs, you need the support of someone who is knowledgeable in your market and understands where you want to be. Our contract recruiters, alongside our contractor care team, provide this support to you. We don’t disappear when you’ve found your role, we want to make sure the position you’ve found is perfect for you, offering guidance and information even after you’ve started.
Start your job search today and discover exciting Design Engineering opportunities with ARM.
