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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** Pure Engineering Group
- **Location:** Newry, UK
- **Salary:** £29,000.0 - £32,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, SolidWorks (CAD)
- **Published:** June 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0b8de2c43dabcabd

## About the Role

* Strong understanding of engineering principles and mechanical design.
 * Familiarity with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks).
 * Basic knowledge of sheet metal materials, fabrication methods, and design for manufacturing (DFM).
 * Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
 * Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
 * Eagerness to learn and develop technical skills in a practical engineering environment.

Desirable:

 * Internship or academic project experience related to sheet metal or mechanical design.
 * Exposure to manufacturing environments or production processes.
 * Solidworks sheet metal experience
 * Weldment experience
 * Use of Solidworks PDM / DriveWorks

Skills:
Mechanical design Solidworks DFM

## Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Graduate Sheet Metal Design Engineer to join our growing engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent engineering graduate to work on innovative projects and develop a strong foundation in sheet metal product design, manufacturing processes, and CAD technologies.

You will assist in designing and developing sheet metal components and assemblies for a variety of applications, working closely with experienced engineers, production teams, and clients to ensure designs are functional, manufacturable, and meet project requirements., * Assist in the design and development of sheet metal parts and assemblies using Solidworks.

 * Produce 3D models for fabrication.
 * Completing full manufacturing drawings (BOM, cutting lists, folding drawings)
 * Work closely with manufacturing and fabrication teams to ensure designs are practical and cost-effective.
 * Interpret technical specifications & customer sketches.
 * Support continuous improvement initiatives related to design, quality, and production efficiency.
 * Maintain accurate design documentation and ensure compliance with internal procedures and industry standards


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