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Fabrication Design Engineer Permanent Full-Time

Salary - Circa £32,000 DOE
Location - In office, Rotherham

We are supporting an engineering company specialising in the design and manufacture of material handling systems and special-purpose machinery. Serving industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and processing, their expertise includes custom conveyor systems, structural fabrications, and precision-engineered solutions.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that has recently brought its design capabilities in-house, offering greater control and efficiency over the design-to-production process. The role is perfect for a motivated professional eager to grow within a supportive and innovative environment.

Responsibilities, but are not limited to

Develop detailed 2D and 3D CAD designs using SolidWorks or similar software
Focus on structural fabrications, sheet metal flat patterns, and folding sections while replicating standard designs as needed
Start with entry-level detailing and progress to more advanced full modelling as experience grows
Collaborate with experienced engineers to ensure accuracy and efficiency in project execution
Work closely with contractors and internal teams to streamline design-to-production workflows
Assist in transitioning previously sub-contracted design work back in-house
Produce clear and precise drawings to support the fabrication team
Liaise with production teams to address challenges during the build phase
Gradually take ownership of projects, balancing independent work with guided instruction
Gain experience in machinery design and structural fabrication, contributing to bespoke solutions for material handling systemsExperiences required

1-2 years of industry experience in design for fabrication sheet metal flat patterns, structural design, or machinery design
Proficiency with SolidWorks (preferred) or similar CAD software (e.g., Tekla, Revit, inventor, Solid Edge, Autodesk, CATIA, Creo)
Time-served apprenticeship, HNC, HND, or a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (e.g., BSc, MSc)Package
40 Hours P/W | Monday to Friday | Flexible Hours | 28 Days Holiday Inc. Bank | Nest Pension | Annual Company Performance Bonus