Lead Mechanical Design Engineer – Bespoke Machines

CIBSE Journal; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CIBSE Journal is seeking a Design Engineer in Birmingham to lead bespoke machine design projects and drive design excellence. You will oversee cross‑functional teams, ensure timelines and budgets, and translate concepts into production‑ready systems.

Ideal candidates have an HNC/HND in a technical field, proven leadership, and strong SolidWorks skills to ISO standards. This role offers growth and the opportunity to shape cutting‑edge solutions.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in a technical field (Mechanical preferred).
• Experience in bespoke machine design and delivering projects.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proficient in SolidWorks to ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional technical teams and mentor members.
• Plan, manage and oversee design projects from conception to completion within deadlines and budgets.
• Design detailed and complex systems with simulations and optimised impact.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and oversee prototyping, testing and validation.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to align design efforts and transitions to production.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

SolidWorks

Communication

Problem solving

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

CIBSE Journal is seeking a Design Engineer in Birmingham to lead bespoke machine design projects and drive design excellence. You will oversee cross‑functional teams, ensure timelines and budgets, and translate concepts into production‑ready systems.

Ideal candidates have an HNC/HND in a technical field, proven leadership, and strong SolidWorks skills to ISO standards. This role offers growth and the opportunity to shape cutting‑edge solutions.