via indeed · 5 June 2026 ·today

Design Engineer

Hewland Engineering
Maidenhead Full-time
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Job Title: Design Engineer

Department: Design Office

Reporting to: Design Engineering Manager

Location: Maidenhead

Core Requirements:

o Degree qualified or similar qualification.

o 2 years transmission / gearbox design experience

o Able to apply full GD\&T

o Organised and capable of working efficiently as part of a small team to tight deadlines.

o Can demonstrate experience in the design \& analysis of transmission and drivetrain components

o Knowledge of geartrain production methods

o Knowledge of gearbox analytical \& experimental validation procedures

o Logical and structured thinker with an ability to manage and prioritise personal activity to deliver projects

o Good problem\-solving skills with an ability to analyse data and determine appropriate actions.

o Creative and innovative thinker with an ability to identify opportunities for new products and product enhancements

o Capable of working with Creo Parametric CAD system \& Windchill

o Strong communication and written skills

o MS Office competent (Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint, MS Teams)

Main Activities/tasks:

o Mechanical design \& detailing of transmission gear \& shaft assemblies and associated components.

o Responsible for identified transmission sub\-system or component design as per allocation, ensuring subsystem / component designs meet target specifications / requirements

o Support the BOM generation for new product introductions

o Support DFMEA generation for transmission and driveline components

o Apply appropriate quality tools in the resolution of design issues

o Perform tolerance calculations/checking

o Perform design calculations (shaft strength/bearing/Synchronisers/Gears)

o Prepare, check 2D drawings for release

o Use of analytical softwares (like Masta) to support design decisions

o Produce presentations to support the reporting of design activities

o Provide research \& investigative support for the Technology Roadmap

o Support VAVE type activities to help reduce the cost and improve function of existing production designs

Job Type: Full\-time

Pay: From £42,500\.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Flexitime

  • Free parking

  • Life insurance

  • On\-site parking

  • Private medical insurance

  • Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Maidenhead, Berkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
  • Do you have the right to work in the UK?
Work Location: In person

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