Design Engineer

SF Partners; Northfleet; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Excellent public transport links

Staff incentives and recognition

On-site refreshments and team lunches

Career progression within engineering

Job summary

SF Partners in Northfleet is recruiting a Design Engineer to join a growing specialist supplier to the M&E sector. You will develop practical engineering solutions, produce technical drawings using SolidWorks, and coordinate projects from enquiry through to manufacture and delivery.

This technically focused role emphasizes design knowledge and hands-on problem solving, with responsibilities spanning cross‑team collaboration, drawing reviews, and supporting internal stakeholders throughout the

Qualifications

• Experience in a Technical Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, CAD Engineer, MEP Engineer or similar role.
• Background in Building Services, Mechanical Engineering or M&E installations.

Responsibilities

• Produce, develop and modify technical engineering drawings using SolidWorks and other CAD software.
• Interpret customer specifications to develop design solutions.
• Provide technical support to internal sales on engineering enquiries.
• Coordinate with external designers, fabrication partners and suppliers.
• Review drawings for accuracy and manufacturability.
• Manage the design approval process to meet project requirements.
• Coordinate multiple projects and monitor progress to meet deadlines.
• Identify design/manufacturing challenges and propose solutions.
• Maintain technical documentation and project records.
• Support occasional site visits for engineering input.

Skills

Technical design

Project coordination

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisational skills

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Design Engineer to join a growing and well-established specialist supplier to the Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) sector, based in Northfleet.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded individual with experience in mechanical design, building services or MEP engineering to join a supportive business with an expanding engineering division.

Working closely with internal teams, customers and external manufacturing partners, you will play a key role in developing practical engineering solutions, producing technical drawings and coordinating projects from initial enquiry through to manufacture and delivery.

This is a technically focused position rather than a sales role, offering the opportunity to utilise your design knowledge, problem-solving abilities and project coordination skills within a varied and hands-on environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce, develop and modify technical engineering drawings using SolidWorks and other relevant CAD software.


• Interpret customer specifications, technical requirements and engineering drawings to develop practical design solutions.


• Provide technical support to internal sales teams on engineering enquiries and project requirements.


• Liaise with external CAD designers, fabrication partners and suppliers to coordinate design and manufacturing activities.


• Review technical drawings to ensure accuracy, functionality and suitability for manufacture and installation.


• Manage the design approval process, ensuring drawings and specifications meet project requirements.


• Coordinate multiple engineering projects, monitoring progress and ensuring deadlines are achieved.


• Identify potential design or manufacturing challenges and recommend effective solutions.


• Maintain accurate technical documentation, drawings and project records.


• Support occasional site visits to assess technical requirements and provide engineering input.


• Act as a key technical point of contact for internal departments, suppliers and customers.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a Technical Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, CAD Engineer, MEP Engineer or similar technical role.


• Background in Building Services, Mechanical Engineering, M&E installations or a related engineering discipline.


• Experience using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Revit or similar design software.


• Ability to read, interpret and produce detailed technical and engineering drawings.


• Good understanding of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes.


• Strong attention to detail with a practical, solutions-focused approach.


• Excellent communication and organisational skills.


• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Desirable Experience:

• Knowledge of pipework systems, mechanical supports, bracketry or associated building services components.


• Experience working with fabrication suppliers or subcontract manufacturing partners.


• Understanding of mechanical installations and the practical considerations involved in manufacturing and installation.


• Previous experience coordinating technical projects from concept through to completion.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £40,000 - £45,000, depending on experience.


• Monday to Friday working hours, 8:00am - 5:00pm.


• Permanent, full-time position.


• Free on-site parking.


• Excellent public transport links.


• Complimentary refreshments and occasional team lunches.


• Staff incentives and recognition schemes.


• Supportive, stable and collaborative working environment.


• Opportunity for professional development and career progression within a growing engineering division