Design Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Ritelite (Systems) Limited is a market leading designer and manufacturer of:
- Portable and Mobile LED Lighting Systems for Industrial and Professional applications.
- A range of specialist battery power supplies
- Telecoms cable installation equipment
We are looking for a full-time Design Engineer to work within our Technical Development department.
The role will cover aspects of design, testing, development, manufacture, and production.
Previous projects have involved Mechanical/Electrical/Pneumatic design solutions
The role is hands on with a significant practical element to prove out design concepts on their journey from concept to production.
Essential qualification / skills / attributes
- Pragmatic Problem Solving
- Inovative Design ideas
- SolidWorks CAD skills and experience
- HND, engineering degree qualified or relevant manufacturing background
- Strong engineering problem solving skills and be able to call upon diverse prior experience
Specific responsibilities will include:
- Providing CAD drawings for component parts
- Liaising with contractors for parts development
- Management and control of company drawings and their version control
- Assist with post-sale customer product support
- Contribute to interdepartmental continuous improvement tasks
Experience and Training
Candidates will have excellent SolidWorks skills with HND, degree or relevant manufacturing background ideally with a minimum of 3 years practical experience.
This position requires a dynamic individual who sees problems as challenges and would enjoy learning new skills to to solve new problems.
They will be passionate, enthusiastic, confident and personable with the ability to deliver to a high standard under critical time constraints.
Advantageous qualification / skills / attributes
- Fabrication knowledge (Metal / Joinery)
- Understanding of electronic and electrical systems
- An evidenced flare for innovative thinking and engineering problem solving
Remuneration
Successful candidates will receive a highly competitive starting salary with opportunity for professional development and a range of benefits.
Basic salary for a junior role starting at £25,000, to £40,000 for more experienced designer.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Stamford, PE9 4LT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Design Engineer roles across Ritelite Systems Limited's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,000 - £40,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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