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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** Duke End
- **Location:** Birmingham, UK
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, SolidWorks (CAD)
- **Published:** October 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/design-engineer/51031097

## About the Role

* Proven experience using SolidWorks 3D CAD within a manufacturing or product design environment.

 * Strong sheet metal design experience and the ability to produce detailed manufacturing drawings.

 * Excellent attention to detail with engineering documentation and technical drawings.

 * Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

 * Good project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

 * Experience within commercial refrigeration or a related manufacturing environment is highly desirable.

 * Basic understanding of refrigeration systems and associated engineering principles is advantageous.

## Description

Our client is a well established manufacturer that are seeking an experienced Design Engineer to support on an initial 3 month contract based in Birmingham., * Design and develop commercial retail refrigeration equipment using SolidWorks 3D CAD.

 * Produce detailed engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical documentation and design change records.

 * Design manufacturable sheet metal components and assemblies for production.

 * Work closely with UK and overseas suppliers to support manufacturing, resolve technical queries and drive continuous improvement.

 * Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects and day-to-day engineering activities.

 * Ensure designs meet customer requirements, manufacturing capabilities and relevant engineering standards.

 * Support product testing, compliance activities and development laboratory projects where required.