Design Technical Engineer | £35,000 – £40,000 DOE | Full-Time | Donington, Lincolnshire (PE11 4TA)
Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 | Hybrid Working Available Post-Probation | Part-Time Considered (24hrs/week, pro-rata salary)
Design Technical Engineer Wanted: This Is Where Engineering Meets Purpose
Calling all CAD-savvy, process-obsessed, detail-driven engineers—this is your chance to step into a Design Technical Engineer role where your work won’t just exist on screen. It’ll shape some of the UK’s most iconic architectural projects and leave a legacy in sustainable manufacturing.
This isn’t a place for clock-watchers. This is where engineering matters.
About the Company
With over 100 years of engineering excellence, this business is known for turning timber into technically superior, design-driven solutions for the built environment. Their products appear in landmark buildings and are trusted by architects, contractors, and clients who demand the highest standards.
But this company doesn’t rest on heritage—it invests in the future. With advanced CNC capabilities, lean manufacturing principles, and a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, the engineering team is central to every success. Now, they’re looking for a Design Technical Engineer who’s ready to raise the bar even higher.
About the Design Technical Engineer Role
Forget the same-old drafting role—this is the Design Technical Engineer job that combines CAD, CNC optimisation, prototyping, and continuous improvement into one dynamic position.
You'll work closely with production, design, and commercial teams to streamline how custom, high-performance products are created. Whether you’re engineering smarter tooling, refining simulations, or resolving live production challenges, you’ll be the bridge between digital design and physical excellence.
It’s high impact. It’s high visibility. And it’s a career-defining opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Create, update, and manage accurate CAD models, 2D/3D drawings, and supporting documentation
Improve CNC machining and tooling processes through data analysis and practical experimentation
Work on the development, testing, and validation of new product ideas
Identify and deliver workflow efficiencies in design-to-manufacture systems
Liaise with internal teams to ensure technical clarity on bespoke or client-specific projects
Maintain compliance with regulatory and audit-ready documentation standards
Support continuous improvement projects and lean manufacturing initiatives
Deliver technical input for training, onboarding, and product adaptation
What We’re Looking for
Essential Skills & Attributes:
Expertise in 2D/3D CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD or equivalent)
Confident analysing data and identifying production or design bottlenecks
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and document management
Detail-focused and able to interpret complex engineering specs
Highly organised, proactive and technically curious
Strong communication skills and collaborative working style
Bonus Experience (Not Essential):
Degree or equivalent in Mechanical/Product/Building Engineering
CNC programming or machining knowledge
Experience in lean/continuous improvement environments
Familiarity with architectural or structural product development
What’s In It for You
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 depending on experience
Full-time role with part-time flexibility (24 hours per week, pro-rata salary)
Hybrid work model after qualifying period
23 days holiday plus bank holidays
Mental health and wellbeing support via MetLife (including online GP access)
Onsite Certified Mental Health First Aiders
Access to a national employee discount scheme
Career development and leadership training opportunities
Be part of a business with a strong reputation, stable future, and long-term investment in people
Why Join as a Design Technical Engineer?
This isn’t just about drawing. It’s about delivering engineering that shapes the real world. As a Design Technical Engineer, you’ll be trusted to innovate, encouraged to solve problems, and given the space to grow.
You’ll join a team that blends traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology—where your designs go from screen to shop floor to skyline. If you want your engineering skills to make a difference, this is the role.
Apply Now – This Design Technical Engineer Role Won’t Wait
Ready to move beyond the ordinary? Hit apply and take your place in a business that’s redefining modern manufacturing—one design at a time.
