Job Description

An opportunity has arisen within our Engineering Design Office for a Graduate Design Engineer. This is a permanent, full-time role offering a great opportunity to work within a dynamic team.

Hours:

Gilberts is currently trialling a 4-day working week (36 hours), with core operating hours Monday to Thursday, 08:00 - 17:30, plus flexible start/finish options.

This trial is being reviewed in December 2025. If it continues, the 4-day week will remain in place. If the trial ends, we would revert to our previous working pattern of 39.5 hours across five days (Monday-Friday).

Location:

Blackpool, Lancashire

Duties

Design or redesign mechanical drawings from general written or verbal specifications. Produce CAD drawings for new or improved products using industry standards. Communicate with internal teams to deliver projects on time and on budget. Ability to deal with multiple projects concurrently. Collaberate with engineering and manufacturing teams to investigate and resolve problems with existing designs. Participate in reviews and make recommendations. Apply a continuous improvement mindset to enhance the speed and quality of outputs produced by the design team. Make corrections to models and drawings as and when requested to do so by senior staff. Provide support to other areas within the Engineering department during busy periods to ensure drawings are issued on time and customer deadlines are met.

Knowledge and Experience:

HNC/HND, associate's degree or degree in Design essential. Experience in using 2D/3D CAD packages including SolidWorks, AutoCAD. Understanding of mechanical design, materials, tolerances, and manufacturing processes. Ability to identify design issues and develop effective solutions. Ability to read and understand 2D and 3D drawings. Fluent in Microsoft Excel, Word & Adobe.

Personal Attributes:

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, ability to think creatively and solve problems, strong attention to detail, ability to work independently and as part of a team, ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines. A positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Why Join Gilberts?

Competitive salary. Supportive & friendly environment. Annual profit share scheme. Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays. Christmas shutdown & celebrations. Pension scheme for financial security. On-site car parking facilities. End-of-year event & rewards.
As part of the interview process there will be a basic Math test along with a CAD test.

Sounds interesting, right? We'd love to hear from you! Please forward your CV and a detailed covering letter to

jonathan.platt@gilbertsblackpool.co.uk.

Closing date: 17:00 on Thursday 25th September 2025.

Please note: We are not accepting agency applications at this time.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Blackpool FY4 4QT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:

Bachelor's (preferred)
Work Location: In person