Design and Development Engineer

Company: Heybridge Associates Ltd
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Location: West Yorkshire
Job Description:

Are you a mechanically biased Design Engineer looking to develop innovative engineering solutions within a global manufacturing environment? Do you enjoy taking products from concept through to production launch while working on technically challenging projects within a collaborative development team?DENSO is a $47.2 billion global mobility supplier developing advanced technology and components for nearly every vehicle on the road today.At DENSO Marston Ltd in Shipley, West Yorkshire, we design and manufacture high-performance heat exchange units and cooling modules for leading OEMs across the off-highway construction, agricultural and power generation sectors.The RoleAs a Design and Development Engineer, you will play a key role within the Development Department, supporting the design and development of next-generation heat exchangers and engine cooling systems.This is a varied and hands-on engineering role, involving design, testing, validation and project management activities. You will work cross-functionally with design, manufacturing and validation teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required technical standards.Working Hours & BenefitsMondayThursday:8.30am 5.00pm Friday: 8.30am 1.30pm25 days holiday + bank holidaysBenefits include:

  • Pension (up to 10% employer contribution)
  • Life assurance (4x salary)
  • Permanent Health Insurance
  • Private Medical cover
  • Subsidised canteen
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Discounts across 100s of UK retailers
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Hybrid working
  • Flexible start/finish times
  • Free onsite parking

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of product development from concept through to mass production launch
  • Deliver robust engineering designs in line with customer requirements
  • Carry out numerical analysis including thermodynamic and fluid transfer calculations
  • Conduct design evaluations using CAD, calculations, prototype and validation testing
  • Support development solutions across design, validation and manufacturing engineering teams
  • Prepare and deliver technical presentations to internal and external stakeholders
  • Support engineering project management activities to ensure successful delivery
  • Travel to customer and supplier sites in the UK and overseas when required

What Were Looking For

  • Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline with a strong mechanical engineering focus
  • Minimum 2 years experience within a Design or Development Engineering role
  • Experience managing engineering or product development projects
  • Strong 3D/2D CAD design experience, ideally using CREO
  • Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
  • Strong engineering problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Innovative mindset with a proactive approach to technical development
  • Automotive or off-highway industry experience would be advantageous but is not essential

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Posted: May 29th, 2026