Design Engineer
Dudley
Nuttall is a well-established manufacturing company based in Dudley, renowned for delivering high-quality, innovative products across various sectors. We pride ourselves on a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and technical excellence. As we grow, we’re looking for a talented and motivated Design Office Manager to join our dynamic Design team and help shape the next generation of our manufacturing solutions.
The role will be to specialise in the design of retail equipment within Interior Shop Fit Outs. Knowledge of CAD Design, and familiar with using SolidWorks and having a background within retail shop fitting is paramount. The ideal candidate will be able to work as part of a team and follow instructions but also act on their own accord, whilst working to tight deadlines and schedules. The role will be to create full production drawing packs, Create cutting list and requisition sheets whilst supporting the rest of the team, ensuring all projects are delivered on schedule and on budget.
As a Design Engineer, you will play a vital role in creating detailed, manufacturable technical drawings for a range of products including sheet metal, welded assemblies, joinery components, and specialty materials like acrylic and glass. Working closely with Production, Contracts, and the wider Design team, you’ll ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and aligned with customer requirements. This is a hands-on, technically demanding role perfect for someone with a passion for manufacturing and precision design.
Design Engineer - Why join us?
* Salary: Up to £37,000 DOE
* Annual tax-free profit share bonus (up to £3,600)
* Enhanced 8% employer pension contribution
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays, rising to 29 days
* Life Assurance Scheme 3 X salary)
* Enhanced Illness, Maternity, Paternity, and Bereavement leave
* Wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health Champions
* Partner Voice Groups to influence business decisions
Design Engineer - Key Responsibilities and Tasks:
As a CAD Draughtsperson, you'll be at the heart of our project delivery - creating accurate, detailed technical drawings for a wide range of materials including sheet metal, joinery, welded assemblies, acrylic, and glass. You will work closely with our Production, Contracts, and wider Design teams to ensure that every design is practical, cost-effective, and ready for manufacture.
This is a technically demanding, hands-on role perfect for someone with a background in retail shop fitting design and a strong knowledge of SolidWorks.
* Produce detailed technical drawings and CAD models for sheet metal, welded assemblies, joinery, acrylic, glass, and other materials, ensuring designs are optimised for manufacturability and value engineering.
* Collaborate closely with production teams to integrate manufacturing best practices and streamline processes.
* Prepare and issue accurate manufacturing drawings and documentation to relevant departments (Production, Contracts, Data).
* Generate 3D rendered visuals and prototypes to support client presentations and approvals.
* Maintain and update component part numbers, bills of materials (BOMs), and routings to ensure accuracy and traceability.
* Conduct site surveys as needed to gather accurate data for design input.
* Attend internal and client meetings to fully understand project requirements and communicate design concepts clearly.
* Report design, quality, or manufacturing issues proactively to your line manager for timely resolution.
Design Engineer - Skills & Attributes:
* Proven experience in CAD design within a retail interiors or shop fitting environment.
* Highly proficient in SolidWorks
* Strong knowledge of materials and manufacturing techniques, particularly sheet metal and joinery.
* Familiarity with timbers, acrylic, glass, and other fabrication materials.
* Relevant design qualification or industry experience.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Comfortable working under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
* Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively as well as independently.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office tools.
Design Engineer - Qualifications & Experience:
Relevant design degree/industry experience
Nuttall is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our Partners.
Notes: We appreciate all applications, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please note we are not working with recruitment agencies for this role.
We are unable to sponsor work visas, all applicants will need to have the right to work in the UK in place