About the Company Brauer Ltd is a long-established British manufacturer specialising in heavy-duty industrial wheels and castors, toggle clamps, and air amplifier products. Since 1926, we have built a reputation for delivering high-quality engineered solutions, expert technical support, reliable delivery, and outstanding customer service. We serve a diverse range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, offshore, oil, and pharmaceuticals. Many of our products are bespoke, tailored to meet specific customer requirements. The Role Our Milton Keynes-based engineering team plays a vital role in both new product development and customer-focused solution engineering. We are looking to strengthen our team by recruiting an experienced Design & Quality Engineer who can effectively operate at the interface between design, project management, quality, and customer support. Candidate Requirements • Minimum qualification: A Level or BTEC in Mechanical Engineering • At least 2 years’ experience in a design office environment • Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, Mechanical Desktop, AutoCAD) • Experience with Microsoft Office applications, particularly spreadsheets • Knowledge of press tooling; experience with FEA is advantageous • Strong team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills • High attention to detail and self-motivation • Fluent in written and spoken English • Right to live and work in the UK (please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship) Key Responsibilities Design Responsibilities • Report to and support the Engineering Manager • Liaise with sales teams and customers on technical and design matters • Define product and system specifications • Identify and develop new product opportunities • Carry out analytical studies (e.g. FEA) • Prepare cost estimates • Produce drawings for non-standard and bespoke products • Create drawings for tooling and jig fixtures • Input manufacturing operations into Sage software • Stay up to date with new materials, technologies, and processes • Work in accordance with company procedures Quality Responsibilities • Inspect components to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and specifications • Support and develop the company’s Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001:2015 • Assist with Health & Safety compliance • Conduct hands-on inspections, including first-off and periodic checks • Perform goods-in inspection • Ensure all products and services meet customer requirements • Produce documentation such as NCRs, CoCs, and LoCs • Promote a strong quality culture across the organisation • Operate CMM equipment (training provided if required) • Liaise with suppliers on quality-related matters • Investigate and resolve quality issues • Maintain basic calibration records for inspection tools (e.g. calipers, micrometers) ________________________________________ Working Hours • Monday to Thursday: 09:00 – 17:00 • Friday: 09:00 – 16:30 ________________________________________ Benefits • Company pension scheme • Bonus scheme • Free on-site parking ________________________________________ Additional Information • Applicants should be able to reliably commute to Milton Keynes or plan to relocate before starting • This role is based on-site • Duties may vary in line with business needs and are not exhaustive