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Design Engineer

Job Posted: 2 days ago

Salary: £ 35,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Burntwood, Staffordshire, West Midlands

Expire in: a month

Job 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 activitiesAbout You
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 skillsDesirable Experience
Special purpose machinery, automation, or fixturing
Sheet metal and welded fabrication design
Working within manufacturing or quality-driven environments
Hands-on, practical engineering approachWhat’s on Offer
Early Friday finish (2pm)
Opportunity to work on full lifecycle engineering projects
Varied and technically interesting design work
Growing and stable engineering environment 

If this role sounds of interest to you, please apply today with your updated CV

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