Design Engineer - Refrigeration & NPI (Hybrid/Flex)

Sapien Engineering; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Sapien Engineering seeks a Design Engineer to develop refrigeration equipment for the retail sector. Working on concepts and production-ready designs, you will create SolidWorks models, BOMs, and detailed drawings while collaborating with suppliers and internal teams.

You will ensure manufacturability, cost efficiency and compliance with standards, and support NPI activities from concept through production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience using SolidWorks 3D CAD within a manufacturing or product design environment.
• Strong sheet metal design experience and the ability to produce detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail with engineering documentation and technical drawings.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Good project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Design commercial refrigeration equipment for the retail sector using SolidWorks 3D CAD.
• Produce detailed engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and technical documentation to support manufacturing and product changes.
• Develop sheet metal components and assemblies with a focus on manufacturability, quality and cost.
• Work closely with UK and overseas suppliers to resolve technical issues, support production and implement design improvements.
• Liaise with manufacturing, purchasing, quality and other engineering teams throughout the product development process.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, taking designs from concept through to production.
• Ensure designs meet customer requirements, manufacturing constraints and relevant industry standards.
• Assist with product testing, validation and compliance activities, providing engineering support for development and laboratory projects as required.

Skills

Sheet metal design

Manufacturing drawings

Project management

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Sapien Engineering seeks a Design Engineer to develop refrigeration equipment for the retail sector. Working on concepts and production-ready designs, you will create SolidWorks models, BOMs, and detailed drawings while collaborating with suppliers and internal teams.

You will ensure manufacturability, cost efficiency and compliance with standards, and support NPI activities from concept through production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.