Design Engineer

SJEngineering | SJExecutive Partners; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organization in Birmingham seeks a forward-thinking Design Engineer focused on metal forging and aerofoil components. This full-time role involves tool and component design and offers an opportunity to contribute to innovation in advanced manufacturing. Join a team committed to technical excellence and professional development.

Benefits

Contribute to innovation

Gain exposure to high-end projects

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in design engineering, ideally in metal forging.
• Skilled in CAD software and familiar with FEA tools.
• Experience in the manufacture of aerofoil components.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of forged components and tooling, particularly aerofoil blades.
• Develop and refine metal forging processes focusing on material flow.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards and safety regulations.

Skills

CAD

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

NX CAD

SolidWorks

FEA tools

Job description

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Design Engineer – Forging / Aerofoil Components

Location: South Birmingham, UK

Sector: Advanced Manufacturing / Aerospace Components

Hours: Full-Time | Permanent

Are you a forward-thinking Design Engineer with experience in metal forging or aerofoil components? This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading engineering organisation at the forefront of high-performance manufacturing.

We’re seeking a passionate and detail-driven professional to take ownership of tooling and component design, forging process development, and cross-functional collaboration to drive product excellence in a highly regulated, precision-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of forged components and tooling, particularly aerofoil blades.
• Develop and refine metal forging processes, focusing on material flow, die design, and grain structure optimisation.
• Use NX CAD software to design both components and tooling; apply FEA simulations to validate performance.
• Ensure all designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and customer requirements.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Production, and Quality teams to improve tooling life and reduce defects.
• Drive continuous improvement in design efficiency, material usage, and forging accuracy.
• Produce detailed engineering drawings, technical documentation, and support implementation of design changes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or similar.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in design engineering, ideally within metal forging or blade manufacturing.
• Skilled in CAD (NX or SolidWorks) and familiar with FEA tools.
• Strong knowledge of forging principles, material properties, and GD&T.
• A proactive problem-solver with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Experience in the manufacture of aerofoil components.
• Background in aerospace, defence, or high-spec industrial sectors.

Why Apply?

• Be part of an expert team shaping the future of advanced manufacturing.
• Gain exposure to high-end projects with global industry applications.
• Contribute to innovation in a company committed to technical excellence and employee development.

Ready to take your design career to new heights? Apply now to join a business where engineering ambition meets real-world impact.

To apply, submit your CV today!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing and Defense and Space Manufacturing

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