Mechanical Design Engineer

Reevr; Kinver; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm in Kinver is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to the development and testing of high-integrity fabricated metal products. The role involves leading design efforts, producing CAD models, and collaborating with production teams. Ideal candidates will have strong skills in sheet metal fabrication, CAD (SolidWorks preferred), and possess a relevant engineering qualification. This opportunity promises a hands-on approach to problem-solving in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication and manufacturing processes.
• Able to apply UK and EU engineering standards.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and prototype development for fabricated metal products.
• Produce detailed CAD models and manufacturing drawings.
• Support material and performance testing according to standards.

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred)

Problem-solving

Technical drawing creation

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

We are a well-established sheet metal fabrication and engineering business, specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of high-integrity fabricated products and secure metal systems. Supplying to highly regulated market spaces, we deliver engineered solutions where performance, compliance and reliability are critical.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Engineering team and support the development, testing and refinement of fabricated metal products from concept through to certification and production.

We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing an inclusive and fair recruitment process.

The Role

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be involved in the full product development lifecycle, combining practical design expertise with hands‑on testing and close collaboration with fabrication and production teams.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys seeing designs taken from CAD to the shop floor, working with sheet metal, welded assemblies and certified products.

Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Design Engineer

• Lead design and prototype development for new and improved fabricated metal products
• Produce detailed CAD models and manufacturing drawings (SolidWorks preferred)
• Support material and performance testing in line with relevant standards (e.g. LPS 1175, BS EN 1522/3)
• Prepare test samples and support external test house activities, including witnessing tests and recording results
• Work closely with fabrication, production and suppliers to optimise designs for manufacture and assembly
• Research new materials, hardware and manufacturing methods relevant to sheet metal and structural fabrication
• Maintain accurate documentation of design changes, test results and project outcomes
• Drive continuous improvement across the product range

About You as the Mechanical Design Engineer

• HNC/HND or Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication, welded assemblies and manufacturing processes
• Proficient in 3D CAD and technical drawing creation (SolidWorks preferred)
• Practical, hands‑on approach to problem-solving
• Able to interpret and apply UK and EU engineering and testing standards
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail

Desirable Experience

• Experience designing for sheet metal, steel structures or fabricated products
• Exposure to forced‑entry, ballistic or blast‑resistant design
• Experience working with test houses or certification environments
• Knowledge of steel grades, fixings and hardware selection

If this role sounds of interest, please click APPLY NOW or get in touch with Bella from ReeVR Talent.