Contact Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd
Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd
Prototype Development Engineer
Gloucestershire
Contact Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 1 day ago
- Salary
- Competitive
- Recruiter
- Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd
- Closes
- 01 Dec 2026
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
- Contract Type
- Permanent
Description
Prototype Development Engineer
CAD Design Manual Machining Machine Development
Tewkesbury Competitive Salary + Benefits
We are are working with a specialist engineering company supplying advanced coil winding technology to customers in the Formula 1, aerospace, space, medical and automotive sectors.
Due to continued growth, they requie a Prototype Development Engineer to join their team. This is a varied, hands–on role combining CAD design, prototyping, manual machining and machine development.
The Role
Working within a small engineering team, you will be involved in the design, manufacture and development of specialist machinery and tooling.
Key responsibilities include:
Designing components and tooling using CADProducing engineering drawingsManufacturing prototype parts using manual lathes and milling machinesAssembling, testing and modifying machinerySupporting new product and machine development projectsCarrying out mechanical modifications and improvementsUndertaking basic electrical modification work where required About You
You will be a practical, hands–on engineer with experience in several of the following areas:
Manual lathe and milling machine operationMachining prototype components from steel and aluminiumCAD design, layout of engineering drawings, 3D printingMechanical assembly and workshop practicesMechanical problem solving and fault finding The following would be advantageous:
Machine build or special purpose machinery experiencePrototype development or toolmaking experienceBasic electrical wiring or modification skillsEngineering qualification, apprenticeship, HNC/HND or equivalent Why Join Us?
Work on innovative projects supplying world–leading customersDiverse role combining design, machining and developmentSmall company environment where your contribution makes a real impactExcellent career development opportunitiesCompetitive salary and benefits package This position would suit a Prototype Engineer, Development Engineer, Toolmaker, Machine Build Engineer or Mechanical Technician seeking a varied engineering role with genuine responsibility and technical challenge.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Ad ID: 5419281996
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