Careers at JMDA

JMDA provide an outstanding opportunity for career development within a dynamic and expanding design consultancy. We’re constantly on the lookout for talented, committed and motivated individuals with a desire to be challenged and make a difference.

We are always interested to speak to talented Designers and Engineers so for speculative applications, or if you want us to keep your CV and portfolio on record please send an email to [email protected]

Follow JMDA’s company page on LinkedIn or our blog for regular updates and vacancies.

For Applicants: Due to the volume of applications we receive, we regret that we cannot respond to every one. Therefore, we will only contact you if we intend to progress the application to interview.

For Recruiters: We prefer to hire staff directly. We don’t have time to take calls from recruitment companies and any CVs from an agency we do not have a contract with will be considered unsolicited and JMDA will not be obliged to pay any fees.

Current Job Roles

• Design Engineer

  JMDA (UK Office)

  JMDA is an award winning, UK based product design consultancy now entering our 30th year. We are a growing company, and are now looking to further expand our team and bring in an experienced design engineer.

  This is a unique opportunity for a talented, motivated individual to join a company with big ambitions and global reach. We are seeking someone with a proven ability to utilise Solidworks to engineer product designs. This role has career advancement potential and the opportunity to work on products with recognised brands.

  As a Senior Product Design Engineer, you will be expected to contribute to various phases of the product development process, applying your knowledge to engineer robust, feasible, production ready product designs.

  Skills and Experience:

  At least 4 years industry experience working within a consultancy or in-house product development environment
  Proven ability to execute and deliver engineered parts and assemblies for manufacture.
  Experienced working with Solidworks 3D CAD (essential) to generate 3D models and assemblies, including good understanding of surfacing tools and maintaining clean, robust geometry.
  Understanding of aesthetic demands for quality consumer products.
  Understanding of structural design of mechanisms and components
  Possess creative and analytical skills to propose and assess best mechanical solutions
  Deep knowledge of materials (especially plastics), part design and tooling.
  Broad knowledge of manufacturing, primarily plastic injection moulding and metal fabrication
  In depth knowledge of DFM and the tooling process
  Experienced in prototyping, testing and proving feasibility of a design
  Willingness to support and share knowledge with other design team members
  Able to support and steer creative designers with the requirements for engineering parts and assembly
  Ability to take charge and manage projects, ensuring deadlines are met on time
  A team player, ready to share in the demands of a small business

  Other requirements:

  Must be a UK resident (or EU resident able to secure valid UK working visa.)
  Valid passport and a willingness to travel overseas as and when a project requires.
  Clean driving license and independent means of transport is essential due to our rural location.

  Qualifications:

  A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Design Engineering or a related discipline

  Application:

  Please send your CV and portfolio to [email protected]

  Salary & Benefits

  Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
  25 days holiday and bank holidays
  Pension contribution
  Childcare scheme
  Charity events
  Kitchen area with tea/coffee/cold drinks provided
  Countryside location with beautiful views
  Opportunity to travel internationally
  Training and career development

  For Recruiters: We prefer to hire staff directly. We don’t have time to take calls from recruitment companies and any CVs from an agency we do not have a contract with will be considered unsolicited and JMDA will not be obliged to pay any fees.