Design Engineer

This role will involve close interaction with fabrication and production teams, ensuring all designs are practical, cost-effective, and suitable for manufacture. A strong understanding of Design for Manufacture (DfM) principles is therefore essential., Product Design & Development

• Design bespoke metal products including trailers, trolleys, and fabricated assemblies
• Produce accurate 3D models and detailed 2D manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks
• Develop engineering solutions from customer specifications, concepts, or site requirements
• Create full fabrication drawing packs, including:

• Weld symbols and details
• Assembly drawings
• Material specifications
• Manufacturing tolerances

• Generate and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Support prototype development and one-off bespoke projects

Manufacturing Support

• Work closely with fabrication and welding teams to ensure designs are practical and manufacturable
• Apply DfM principles to optimise cost, quality, and efficiency
• Assist in resolving design and production issues during the manufacturing process
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across design and production

Customer & Project Collaboration

• Liaise with customers to understand requirements and translate them into viable engineering solutions
• Provide technical input during project scoping, planning, and quotation stages
• Support project delivery to ensure quality, cost, and delivery targets are achieved

• Proven experience in a Design Engineer role within a fabrication, metalwork, or manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for both 3D modelling and 2D drawing creation
• Strong knowledge of fabrication processes, including welding and assembly techniques
• Demonstrable experience applying Design for Manufacture (DfM) principles
• Ability to produce accurate and detailed engineering drawings and BOMs
• Strong problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on approach
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments

We are working with a specialist and well-established engineering and fabrication company delivering bespoke metalwork solutions across a diverse range of industries. With comprehensive in-house capabilities spanning CAD design, fabrication, welding, prototyping, and assembly, the business provides end-to-end engineering solutions from concept through to finished product.