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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** Collis Engineering Ltd
- **Location:** Alfreton, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Microsoft Office, MicroStation
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f50fb5a021b2c8c1

## About the Role

* Degree/HND/HNC in Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
 * Minimum 5 years' engineering experience
 * Strong AutoCAD and/or Inventor skills
 * Knowledge of Network Rail standards and BS/BS-EN standards
 * Experience with Microsoft Office
 * CRE status preferred or working towards CRE desirable
 * Bentley Microstation experience desirable but not essential

What We're Looking For

· Excellent communication and organisational skills

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

· Strong problem-solving and technical interpretation abilities

· A proactive approach to project delivery and continuous improvement

· Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and safety

## Description

· Produce detailed engineering and design drawings using AutoCAD and/or Inventor software

· Interpret structural, civil, and mechanical designs into practical engineering solutions

· Prepare calculations and technical design data for new and existing products

· Manage individual projects and ensure deliverables are achieved to programme deadlines

· Liaise with clients, suppliers, consulting engineers, and internal departments

· Prepare Network Rail Forms A, B & G and associated design submissions

· Attend internal and client meetings, including IDC/R meetings, via Microsoft Teams

· Provide technical support to sales, purchasing, manufacturing, and installation teams

· Ensure project document registers remain accurate and up to date

· Carry out CRE duties and work towards or maintain CRE status

· Support and mentor junior engineers and trainees where required

· Assist in obtaining site and design information from client teams to support project delivery


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