Manufacturing Design Engineer

Overview

In this role you will link design, documentation and shopfloor activity to ensure accurate CAD models, drawings and BOMs for manufacture. You will modify equipment in a manufacturing setting, manage engineering changes and data in PDM, and support design-for-manufacture improvements. You’ll work with workshop technicians to resolve build queries, driving manufacturability, reliability and efficiency. The role sits in a growing engineering environment delivering major projects UK and internationally, with clear pathways for progression and strong training.

Pay / Benefits

• Bupa private healthcare
• Excellent pension scheme: 4% employee and 7% employer
• Electric car scheme
• 25 days’ holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Mental health support
• First aid support and training

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain SolidWorks 3D models, components and assemblies
• Produce detailed manufacturing, fabrication and assembly drawings
• Review and update CAD models/drawings with accurate documentation
• Identify and implement design improvements to enhance manufacturability and efficiency
• Create, update and manage BOMs
• Collaborate with Workshop Technicians to resolve build queries and provide technical guidance
• Prepare assembly and work instructions and supporting documentation
• Configure/modify equipment to meet project requirements
• Manage engineering changes and revision control across CAD, drawings and BOMs
• Maintain engineering data in PDM systems and ensure correct revisions
• Support DFMA and continuous improvement initiatives
• Review/validate CAD assemblies before release and ensure proper part numbering and structures
• Coordinate with Design, Production, Purchasing and Workshop teams throughout the product lifecycle

Key requirements

• Manufacturing/Production Engineering experience
• Engineering Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent engineering qualification
• Over 3 years engineering experience
• SolidWorks – 3D modelling, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings
• SolidWorks PDM experience, including managing and migrating legacy drawings/data
• Experience creating, editing, and improving engineering drawings
• Experience identifying and implementing manufacturing/design improvements
• Proven experience managing engineering changes and revision control
• Experience creating, maintaining and managing engineering BOMs in PDM systems
• Experience configuring/modifying/updating mechanical equipment to meet manufacturing requirements
• Understanding of mechanical manufacturing processes and how changes impact production
• Documentation and drawing control experience
• Experience working directly with workshop technicians and manufacturing teams
• Good understanding of machining, fabrication, welding or mechanical assemblies
• Manufacturing engineering mindset with hands-on equipment knowledge
• Strong communication with Workshop Technicians to resolve build queries
• Attention to detail, problem solving and organizational skills
• Right to work in the UK

• Communication with workshop teams
• Problem solving
• Attention to detail
• SolidWorks for 3D modelling and drawings
• PDM/PLM systems for data management
• BOM management

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