7,116 Design Engineering jobs in the United Kingdom

Autodesk Inventor Contractor

We are looking for a Skilled Design Engineer for a position in Cambridge on a long-term basis.

The role will involve converting drawings and sketches into 3D models, and then producing a full drawing pack. Design Solutions for on-site factory equipment, + site layouts, plans and drawing updates. 

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Design Engineer
li>Proficiency in Inventor
• Strong understanding of mechanical-engineering principles
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

We are a Design Engineering Consultancy, who have operated for 35 years in Cambridgeshire. We offer competitive rates, and flexible working arrangements.

Applicants will only be accepted if they are currently residing in the UK, and have full right to work.

Design Engineering Manager – Design Office Manager – Manufacturing – Staffordshire

Brooklyn Recruitment are currently working with a manufacturer of stainless steel and aluminium food, beverage and pharmaceutical products. These products include conveyors, lifts and platforms. This company is based in the Burntwood area of Staffordshire, close to Lichfield, Cannock and Walsall. They are looking for a Design Engineering Manager / Design Manager / Design Office Manager.

As Design Engineering Manager / Design Manager / Design Office Manager you will be supporting and managing a team of around 10 Design Engineers. You will be responsible for the management of the team and also backing them up with more in-depth engineering knowledge! You would also be assisting more junior members of the team with site visits at the beginning of projects, to take measurements and conduct site surveys. Due to all sites having different downtime hours these visits may take place outside of working hours, so may be late or at the weekend.

To be suitable for this role of Design Engineering Manager / Design Manager / Design Office Manager you should have extensive Design experience gained within a manufacturing environment, preferably from products manufactured from stainless steel or aluminium. You should also have a broad knowledge of motors, hydraulics and pneumatics (ideally conveyors) as well as previously having held a management role.

The hours of work for this Design Engineering Manager / Design Office Manager / Design Manager’s role are Mon – Fri 9am -5pm but there is some scope for flexibility to start earlier / later.

In return for your hard work as Design Engineering Manager / Design Office Manager / Design Manager you will be rewarded with a generous salary and holiday allowance and a company pension.

This company also has a Design Engineer’s role available.

Keywords: Stainless Steel, Aluminium, Food, Pharmaceutical, Conveyors, Design Engineer, Design Manager, Design Office Manager, Design Engineering Manager, Solidworks, ACAD Auto CAD, AutoCAD, Hygiene Equipment, Handling Equipment, Lichfield, Cannock, Brownhills, Walsall, Burntwood, Staffordshire, West Midlands, Conveyors

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Engineering Director / Head of Engineering to lead our engineering team in developing innovative mechanical solutions that drive our business forward. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, exceptional leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of mechanical design engineering.

This role requires strategic thinking and the ability to manage multiple projects while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

You will have previously worked in a start-up and be able to thrive in such an environment.

The role is offered with a salary of £75 - £90K

Duties

• Oversee the design engineering department, ensuring effective project management and adherence to timelines.
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• Lead the design, development, and implementation of mechanical design solutions.


• Manage and mentor junior and senior members of the design engineering team


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliverables.


• Work closely with other members of the Senior Management Team, particularly projects, sales, operations and installation

Experience

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader who is passionate about technology and committed to driving engineering excellence within our organization.

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within an engineering design role


• Extensive knowledge of mechanical design engineering


• A background in either water, leak detection, telecomms or fibre optics


• Experience working in a start up business and the stresses and pressure that come with that environment


• Able and willing to travel internationally when necessary


• Excellent communication skills with the ability to negotiate effectively at all levels of the organization.

An experienced Design Engineering Manager is required to join a manufacturer of engineering equipment based in Hook. The Engineering Design Manager will collaborate closely with the Product Specialist and Director of Engineering, playing a crucial role in executing an engineering strategy that encompasses future product development, planned updates to existing products, and ensuring alignment with the company's operational requirements. This role provides essential mechanical and electrical design support to both customers and internal teams, while also mentoring other mechanical and electrical product engineers and assisting various teams with design-related matters.

• Serve as the primary liaison between Engineering and the business, providing day-to-day mechanical and technological engineering support to customers and internal teams.
• Oversee the mechanical and electrical sub-team within the engineering department, ensuring scheduled tasks are completed on time and align with set objectives.
• Manage the engineering support function, allocating the necessary time and resources to meet business demands effectively.
• Supervise the change control process within Engineering, acting as the approval gatekeeper for Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and coordinating engineering-related delivery timelines.
• Lead the resolution of Non-Conformance Reports within Engineering, preventing delays in operational management while identifying root causes to enhance products, processes, and procedures.
• Work closely with the Director of Engineering to uphold and enforce robust processes and procedures across the Engineering team.
• Partner with stakeholders across the company to deliver the standardized product range that complies with global regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with the Product Specialist to support future product development initiatives and updates to existing products.
• Generate and present monthly KPIs and reports as required, providing insights to operational teams and the wider organization as agreed with the Director of Engineering.

• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent NVQ Level 7 qualification.
• Proven team leadership experience within a multi-disciplinary engineering environment.
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks 3D is essential; experience with AutoCAD/DraftSight is an advantage.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to plan and deliver against deadlines.
• Technical mindset with hands-on workshop experience.
• Knowledge of pressure vessel design codes and CE approval documentation would be advantageous.
• Solid understanding of machining operations, materials, finishing processes, and fabrication.
• Awareness of tolerancing for application needs and cost-effective manufacturing.

Salary dependent on experience 55k-65k

• Provide free lunch, sandwiches, baguettes, salads, hot food
• Non contractual bonus (1 months' salary)
• Xmas time we close down, (3 days of holiday)
• Working hours are a 40 hr week
• Parking on site
• Holiday
• Pension

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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Autodesk Inventor Contractor

We are looking for a Skilled Design Engineer for a position in Cambridge on a long-term basis.

The role will involve converting drawings and sketches into 3D models, and then producing a full drawing pack. Design Solutions for on-site factory equipment, + site layouts, plans and drawing updates. 

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Design Engineer
li>Proficiency in Inventor
• Strong understanding of mechanical-engineering principles
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

We are a Design Engineering Consultancy, who have operated for 35 years in Cambridgeshire. We offer competitive rates, and flexible working arrangements.

Applicants will only be accepted if they are currently residing in the UK, and have full right to work.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Engineering Director / Head of Engineering to lead our engineering team in developing innovative mechanical solutions that drive our business forward. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, exceptional leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of mechanical design engineering.

This role requires strategic thinking and the ability to manage multiple projects while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

You will have previously worked in a start-up and be able to thrive in such an environment.

The role is offered with a salary of £75 - £90K

Duties

• Oversee the design engineering department, ensuring effective project management and adherence to timelines.
br>
• Lead the design, development, and implementation of mechanical design solutions.


• Manage and mentor junior and senior members of the design engineering team


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliverables.


• Work closely with other members of the Senior Management Team, particularly projects, sales, operations and installation

Experience

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader who is passionate about technology and committed to driving engineering excellence within our organization.

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within an engineering design role


• Extensive knowledge of mechanical design engineering


• A background in either water, leak detection, telecomms or fibre optics


• Experience working in a start up business and the stresses and pressure that come with that environment


• Able and willing to travel internationally when necessary


• Excellent communication skills with the ability to negotiate effectively at all levels of the organization.

Design Engineering Manager – Design Office Manager – Manufacturing – Staffordshire

Brooklyn Recruitment are currently working with a manufacturer of stainless steel and aluminium food, beverage and pharmaceutical products. These products include conveyors, lifts and platforms. This company is based in the Burntwood area of Staffordshire, close to Lichfield, Cannock and Walsall. They are looking for a Design Engineering Manager / Design Manager / Design Office Manager.

As Design Engineering Manager / Design Manager / Design Office Manager you will be supporting and managing a team of around 10 Design Engineers. You will be responsible for the management of the team and also backing them up with more in-depth engineering knowledge! You would also be assisting more junior members of the team with site visits at the beginning of projects, to take measurements and conduct site surveys. Due to all sites having different downtime hours these visits may take place outside of working hours, so may be late or at the weekend.

To be suitable for this role of Design Engineering Manager / Design Manager / Design Office Manager you should have extensive Design experience gained within a manufacturing environment, preferably from products manufactured from stainless steel or aluminium. You should also have a broad knowledge of motors, hydraulics and pneumatics (ideally conveyors) as well as previously having held a management role.

The hours of work for this Design Engineering Manager / Design Office Manager / Design Manager’s role are Mon – Fri 9am -5pm but there is some scope for flexibility to start earlier / later.

In return for your hard work as Design Engineering Manager / Design Office Manager / Design Manager you will be rewarded with a generous salary and holiday allowance and a company pension.

This company also has a Design Engineer’s role available.

Keywords: Stainless Steel, Aluminium, Food, Pharmaceutical, Conveyors, Design Engineer, Design Manager, Design Office Manager, Design Engineering Manager, Solidworks, ACAD Auto CAD, AutoCAD, Hygiene Equipment, Handling Equipment, Lichfield, Cannock, Brownhills, Walsall, Burntwood, Staffordshire, West Midlands, Conveyors

Engineering & Design Manager

Glasgow City Centre

About Us

We are an industry leader in the design and manufacture of reinforced concrete and steel products, with a reputation for quality, innovation, and growth. As we expand our operations, we are seeking an experienced Engineering & Design Manager to lead our design team and shape the future of our products.

The Role

Reporting to the Operations Director, you will manage and develop a talented team of engineers, CAD designers, and administrators. Your mission: ensure world-class design standards, drive innovation in design for manufacture and installation, and deliver projects that meet stringent criteria for quality, cost, and schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, structure, and develop the design team to meet business growth needs.
• Drive standardisation, continuous improvement, and automation in design and calculation methods.
• Oversee the structural design of reinforced concrete and epoxy coated steel tanks to British Standards, Eurocodes, and international equivalents.
• Ensure timely, high-quality project delivery within budget.
• Liaise directly with clients to resolve detailed technical issues and represent the company with authority.
• Provide technical support to production, sales, and contracts teams.
• Monitor departmental performance and manage design resources effectively.
• Ensure compliance with internal QA/QC standards and third-party approvals.
• Champion innovation with solid modelling, computer analysis, in-house design systems, and BIM.
• Manage specialist subcontractors and coordinate with key suppliers.
• Maintain a safe, collaborative working environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Structural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
• Chartered (or working towards chartership) status.
• 2+ years of experience managing multi-disciplinary engineering design teams.
• Proven ability to lead structural and mechanical design across multiple disciplines and regions.
• Strong technical knowledge of reinforced concrete design, finite element analysis, and detailing.
• Experience with steel component manufacture drawings and BOM creation (desirable).
• Water industry or liquid retaining structure experience (desirable).
• Excellent planning, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• A quality-focused, customer-first mindset with maturity in handling complex discussions.
• Enthusiasm for innovation, change, and building high-performance teams.

What We Offer

• A pivotal leadership role within a growing and ambitious company.
• Opportunities to work on challenging, high-value projects in the UK and internationally.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where accountability, ownership, and success are shared values.
• Salary of £65-70k plus bonus and benefits package.

Ready to shape the future of our design team?

Apply below or get in touch for more information.