Design Engineer

Verto People; Desborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist manufacturing company seeks a Design Engineer based in Broughton, Northamptonshire. The role involves producing 2D and 3D CAD drawings using SolidWorks, managing BOMs, and supporting engineering teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in steel fabrications or mechanical engineering and must be proficient in SolidWorks and AutoCAD. A competitive salary of £40,000 dependent on experience is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Design Engineer, Draughtsperson, or CAD Engineer.
• Background in steel fabrications or mechanical manufacturing.
• Proficient in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings using SolidWorks.
• Create and manage BOMs within the company's ERP system.
• Support engineering, sales, and production teams with design input.

Skills

SolidWorks

Mechanical engineering

AutoCAD

Education

HNC or equivalent in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Design Engineer / Mechanical Design Engineer / CAD Engineer required to join a specialist manufacturer of steel fabrications and engineered systems based in Broughton, Northamptonshire.

The successful Design Engineer will be responsible for producing detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings using SolidWorks, managing BOMs, and supporting engineering and manufacturing teams with the design of bespoke mechanical systems and assemblies.

You’ll have experience within a steel fabrication or mechanical engineering environment, with strong SolidWorks skills and the ability to work hands‑on with production and project teams.

Based in Broughton, Northamptonshire.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings using SolidWorks.
• Create and manage BOMs within the company's ERP system.
• Support engineering, sales, and production teams with design input.
• Ensure drawing quality, version control, and document accuracy.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to ensure designs are feasible and cost‑effective.

Requirements

• Experience as a Design Engineer / Draughtsperson / CAD Engineer or similar.
• Background in steel fabrications or mechanical manufacturing.
• Proficient in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• HNC or equivalent in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Must be commutable to Broughton, Northamptonshire.

Package

£40,000 depending on experience