Design Engineer

Trades Workforce Solutions; Desborough; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist manufacturer is seeking a Design Engineer to produce detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings using SolidWorks and support engineering and manufacturing teams. Candidates should have experience in steel fabrications or mechanical engineering, strong skills in SolidWorks and AutoCAD, and an HNC in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering. The role is based in Broughton, Northamptonshire and offers a competitive salary of up to £40,000 depending on experience.

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.
• Ensure drawing quality, version control, and document accuracy.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to ensure designs are feasible and cost-effective.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Mechanical engineering

Steel fabrication

Education

HNC or equivalent in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

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.

Package

• £40,000 depending on experience
• 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