Senior Design Engineer - SolidWorks - Solid Solutions Staffing : Job Details

Senior Design Engineer - SolidWorks Permanent Full-TimeSalary - Circa £45,000 DOELocation - Office Based in LincolnJoin a leading manufacturer of custom steel and glass doorsets, where innovation meets craftsmanship. From simple modifications to complex, one-off solutions, they design with precision and manufacture with pride. With a strong focus on R&D and continuous improvement, they're growing, and they want you to grow with them.As a Senior Design Engineer, you'll take the lead on high-impact projects, mentor junior team members, and bring complex ideas to life using SolidWorks and AutoCAD. Your work will directly influence production, quality, and customer satisfaction.Responsibilities, but are not limited to

• Leading the design of bespoke and standard doorsets using SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Creating detailed 3D models, flat patterns, and fabrication drawings
• Solving complex design challenges in sheet metal and fabricated products
• Supporting R&D and semi-automated design processes
• Developing and maintaining component libraries for efficient workflows
• Collaborating with manufacturing teams to ensure practical, cost-effective solutions
• Providing installation guidance and resolving shop floor issues
• Specifying parts and supporting procurement
• Conducting design reviews and mentoring junior designers
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices

Experiences required

• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks (sheet metal, weldments) and AutoCAD
• Experience designing fabricated sheet metal (flat patterns) and welded assemblies
• Real-world knowledge of manufacturing processes (e.g., press brakes, turret punches, laser cutters)
• Ability to integrate electrical/electronic elements into CAD models
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on manufacturing experience (time-served preferred)
• A practical, problem-solving mindset and strong communication skills

Package39 Hours P/W | Monday to Thursday | 8:30am to 5pm | Fridays 6am to 2pm | 30 Days Holiday Inc. Bank | NEST Pension | Annual Discretionary Bonus | Healthcare | Christmas Shutdown