Job Title: Design Quotations Engineer
Salary: £Negotiable
Benefits: 26 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, Flexible Working
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Stourbridge, West Midlands
Job Start date: ASAP
Shift Pattern: Days
We’re supporting our client, a global, leading manufacturer based in Stourbridge, who are looking for a Design Quotations Engineer to join their growing team. The successful Design Quotations Engineer will have previous experience in piping stress analysis, as well as proven ability to perform static and dynamic analysis using industry standard software.
Job Summary:
As a Design Quotations Engineer, you’ll be responsible for delivering bespoke engineering design solutions for customer projects, managing them from initial enquiry through to completion. The role combines technical design, project coordination, sales and customer management to ensure projects are delivered accurately, on time, and to the required quality standards, while contributing positively to the collaborative culture of a small manufacturing business.
Responsibilities for Design Quotations Engineer:
* Manage customer projects from enquiry through to delivery, ensuring they are delivered on time, to specification, and to the required standard.
* Translate customer requirements into accurate design solutions, producing calculations (e.g. anchor loads and expansion) and technical drawings.
* Prepare, manage, and update engineering drawings and documentation to agreed standards.
* Ensure all projects meet relevant technical, quality, and compliance standards.
* Liaise with internal teams (production, warehousing, quality, finance) to ensure smooth project flow and on-time delivery.
* Raise quotations, process orders, and maintain comprehensive project records in the CRM system.
* Ensure that all quotations are followed up in accordance with the company’s systems and procedures.
* To maintain existing sales accounts and where possible promote additional profitable business.
* To secure new business of a profitable nature which is consistent with the company’s capabilities and agreed commercial objectives.
* Manage project and design risks, escalating concerns to ensure timely resolution.
* Handle customer complaints and manage the returns process effectively.
* Maintain up-to-date data sheets, technical literature, and documentation in line with the QMS system.
About You:
* Recognised engineering qualification (degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent).
* 3–5 years’ experience in a relevant engineering or manufacturing design role.
* Proficiency in pipework and technical drawing.
* Experience in engineering design, ideally within a manufacturing or project-based environment.
* Strong problem-solving ability with high attention to detail.
* Familiarity with engineering and quality management systems (QMS) and standards.
* Organised, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and comfortable with order/quotation processing.
* Excellent communication and customer management skills, with the ability to build strong, professional relationships.
* Collaborative and flexible, with the ability to work effectively across functions in a small business.
* Self-motivated, proactive, and willing to learn new standards, tools, and practices.
* Possesses a mechanically biased mindset, with a natural ability to understand, analyse, and apply engineering principles to practical problems.
Job Application:
If you would like to be considered for the role of Design Quotations Engineer, please apply with your full CV - or call us now. Whilst this position may not be of interest to you or suit your skills and experience, please don’t hesitate to get in contact with a member of the team at Willcox Matthews to understand how we can support you.
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