Design Engineer

Kingston Barnes Ltd; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing business in the UK is seeking a Design Engineer to join their specialist design team. The role involves producing accurate technical drawings and models for custom bathroom and wetroom solutions. Candidates should have experience in design, proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks, and strong communication skills. This full-time position offers a salary of £32,000 - £40,000 plus benefits, including 25 days of holiday and government pension.

Benefits

Company pension

On-site parking

28 days holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in a design role related to plumbing or fabrication.
• Ability to produce detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings.
• Strong understanding of design regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Develop layouts for bathroom and wetroom systems.
• Prepare technical documentation and Bills of Materials.

Skills

Experience in design role within construction

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in SolidWorks

Understanding of plumbing layouts

Strong attention to detail

Good communication skills

Education

Relevant CAD or engineering qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Design Engineer

Location: Leighton Buzzard

Salary: £32,000 - £40,000 + Benefits

A growing manufacturing business is seeking a Design Engineer to join their specialist design team, supporting the development of bespoke bathroom and wetroom solutions for a wide range of projects. This is an exciting opportunity to work on custom‑designed products from concept through to manufacture, installation, and completion.

Working closely with internal teams including sales, production, and installation, you will play a key role in producing accurate technical drawings and 3D models that bring unique customer requirements to life.

The Role

• Produce detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings using AutoCAD and SolidWorks
• Develop and modify layouts for bathroom and wetroom systems
• Prepare technical documentation, assembly drawings, and Bills of Materials
• Support design reviews and implement changes as required
• Ensure designs meet relevant building regulations and standards
• Collaborate with manufacturing and installation teams to ensure feasibility and accuracy

About You

• Experience in a design role within construction, plumbing, fabrication, or similar
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks (or similar CAD platforms)
• Understanding of plumbing layouts and waterproofing principles
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret technical information
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Relevant CAD or engineering qualification

Desirable

• Experience in manufacturing or fabrication design
• Modular, pod, or MMC experience
• Revit/BIM exposure
• Experience producing drawings for CNC manufacturing

Package & Benefits

• Salary £32,000 - £40,000
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Government pension
• Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (1-hour lunch)
• Opportunity to work on bespoke, high-quality projects
• Career development within a growing technical team

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person