Design Engineer
Location: Manchester (On-site)
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000
We’re working with a well-established UK manufacturer of advanced composite and polymer materials, supplying into sectors such as defence, aerospace, and rail.
They are looking to add a Design Engineer to their technical team, supporting the creation of high-quality technical data, drawings, and product information to enable accurate quoting, manufacturing, and delivery.
The Role
This position sits between design and manufacturing, with a strong focus on engineering drawings, product data, and production support.
Key responsibilities include:
* Creating and updating engineering drawings, including parts, assemblies, and tooling
* Reviewing customer drawings for clarity and tolerance accuracy
* Creating and managing parts, BOMs, routings, and structures within ERP systems (IFS)
* Supporting production, engineering, and sales with technical queries
* Carrying out engineering calculations (e.g. bearing applications)
* Managing change requests and updating technical documentation
Requirements
* Experience producing and interpreting engineering drawings
* Strong CAD experience
* Experience with BOMs and ERP/MRP systems
* Understanding of manufacturing processes, tolerances, and materials
* Good analytical and problem-solving skills