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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** Reevr Talent Ltd
- **Location:** Norton Canes, UK
- **Salary:** £35,000.0 - £40,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, SolidWorks (CAD), Reverse Engineering
- **Published:** June 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/design-engineer-norton-canes-staffordshire/2846705453-2/

## About the Role

* Engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or Degree)
 * Strong experience using SolidWorks / 3D CAD
 * Confident working from legacy 2D drawings and limited briefs
 * Background in mechanical design within machinery, automation, or manufacturing
 * Understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Lean principles
 * Basic materials knowledge (steels essential; copper/alloys advantageous)
 * Strong attention to detail with good organisational skills

Desirable Experience

 * Special purpose machinery, automation, or fixturing
 * Sheet metal and welded fabrication design
 * Working within manufacturing or quality-driven environments
 * Hands-on, practical engineering approach

## Description

We are working with a well-established engineering business specialising in the design and build of special purpose machinery and automation systems. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their design team.

This is a varied, hands-on role covering the full design lifecycle, from reverse engineering existing components through to developing new machinery, jigs, fixtures, and automation solutions.
The Role

 * Measure, interpret, and reverse-engineer existing (and sometimes damaged) machine parts and assemblies
 * Create accurate 3D models using SolidWorks
 * Carry out occasional customer site visits for measurements and technical assessments
 * Maintain standard parts within CAD and MRP systems
 * Raise purchase orders for materials and components
 * Design special purpose jigs, fixtures, machine automation, and mechanical components
 * Produce BOMs and maintain accurate project documentation through to completion
 * Support manufacturing, build, and commissioning activities


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