A leading UK sheet metal manufacturer specialising in the Defence, Automotive, and Rail sectors in West Midlands is currently seeking a Project Engineer for a permanent role. Start Date : ASAP Salary : £40,000 - £45,000 per annum Benefits Package: 25 days holiday bank holidays (increasing after probation). Early finish every Friday. Performance-based bonus scheme and pension. Free onsite parking. Key Responsibilities: Technical Interpretation: Reviewing customer 2D/3D CAD drawings and nesting parts for optimal material yield. Data Management: Creating route cards in the ERP system (MIEtrak) and producing work packs for production. Design for Manufacture (DFM): Collaborating with clients to refine designs, reducing costs and manufacturing complexity. Project Management: Managing timelines, material procurement, and sub-contract treatments (e.g., powder coating, plating). Estimating & Costing: Producing POs and procuring materials/fixings from approved suppliers. Programming: Generating programs for CNC machinery (Laser/Press Brake) using Radan and SolidWorks. Requirements : Proven track record in a sheet metal or precision engineering environment. High proficiency in 3D modeling (SolidWorks) and 2D CAD. Deep understanding of material grades (Stainless, Aluminium, Mild Steel) and their behavior during forming/welding. Excellent communication skills to bridge technical hurdles for non-technical stakeholders. Experience with MIEtrak, Sigma, or Amada software is highly beneficial. If you are interested, please send your CV for consideration.