Technical Design Engineer

Chase Taylor Recruitment Ltd; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading UK manufacturer is seeking a Technical Design Engineer to transform customer construction drawings into high-quality GRP products at their Tamworth office. This role involves collaborating with design and production teams, ensuring on-time delivery of technical documentation, and providing support across departments. The ideal candidate will have strong 3D CAD modelling skills, experience in a technical engineering role, and the ability to communicate effectively with both internal teams and clients. Join us on the journey towards sustainable building solutions.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in 3D CAD modelling required.
• Experience in a design or technical engineering role is essential.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Interpret customer construction drawings to design GRP products.
• Create high-quality drawings and technical documentation.
• Support production and sales with technical expertise.

Skills

3D CAD modelling

Reading construction drawings

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Confident communication

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Vault

Job description

Are you a creative problem-solver with a passion for precision design and engineering excellence? Join a market-leading UK manufacturer and supplier of plastic building components, trusted by national housebuilders and the social housing sector.

As a Technical Design Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in transforming customer construction drawings into practical, high-quality GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) products. Working from our Tamworth head office, you’ll collaborate across design, production, and sales to bring smart, sustainable building solutions to life.

What You’ll Do

• Interpret customer construction drawings to design and develop GRP products.
• Create high-quality, on-time drawings and technical documentation.
• Apply GRP properties and manufacturing principles in every design.
• Support production, sales, and customer service teams with technical expertise.
• Liaise confidently with clients, management, and directors to ensure projects meet expectations.
• Manage design data, maintain documentation, and occasionally visit sites to see your designs in action.

What You’ll Bring

• Proficiency in 3D CAD modelling (Autodesk Inventor and Vault experience ideal).
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Experience in a design or technical engineering role within manufacturing or construction.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and teamwork.
• Confident communicator who can manage both internal and external relationships.

Desirable Experience

• GRP manufacturing knowledge.
• Familiarity with modern construction techniques.
• Strong understanding of materials and production processes