Technical CAD / Product Development Engineer

Technical CAD / Product Development Engineer
Birmingham
Up to £45,000
Early finish Fridays

My client is a long-established manufacturing business based in Birmingham, supplying high-quality, design-led products to the luxury interiors market. With a strong heritage in precision engineering and craftsmanship, their products are trusted by architects, designers, developers, and premium clients both in the UK and internationally.

The Role
They are seeking a Technical CAD / Product Development Engineer to join a growing and forward-thinking engineering team. This role will suit someone with strong CAD capability and hands-on manufacturing knowledge, who enjoys working closely with production teams to develop practical, high-quality products.
The ideal candidate will have experience in shop-floor machining environments and be proficient in Autodesk Inventor, with a strong understanding of materials and manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop products using CAD software, primarily Autodesk Inventor
• Produce accurate technical drawings and manufacturing specifications
• Review and check technical drawings for accuracy and compliance
• Work closely with manufacturing and production teams to ensure designs are practical and cost-effective
• Support the manufacturing team with technical guidance and problem-solving
• Ensure all design work aligns with company quality standards and values

Essential Requirements

• Strong alignment with company values, including integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Proficiency in CAD software (Autodesk Inventor preferred)
• Good working knowledge of metals and machining processes
• Strong understanding of GD&T
• High attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively

Desirable (but Not Essential)

• Experience using Autodesk Vault
• Experience designing door, cabinet, or architectural hardware
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Hands-on experience within shop-floor machining or manufacturing environments
• Experience producing BOMs and technical documentation for production teams

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £45,000 DOE
• Long-term opportunity within a stable, well-established manufacturing business
• Collaborative, supportive working environment
• Opportunity to work on premium, design-led products
• Monday to Thursday: 07:30 - 16:30, Friday: 07:30 - 12:30