Design Engineer in Wakefield, West Yorkshire

White Label is working with an established engineering and manufacturing business in Wakefield who require an additional Design Engineer for their team.

You will be involved in a diverse range of construction projects including commercial buildings, residential developments, infrastructure, and data centres - working on products such as stairs and landings, stair cores, lift shafts, structural frames, and foundations. The role offers direct involvement from initial design through to the production and installation of finished products.

Salary & Benefits:

• £35,000 – £45,000 depending on experience
• Monday to Friday: 8:00am – 4:45pm
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme

Duties of the Design Engineer

• Prepare engineering designs and structural calculations products and associated components
• Produce accurate models, drawings, and manufacturing information using AutoCAD, Tekla Structures, and relevant design software
• Review customer drawings, specifications, and loading information to establish design briefs
• Design and detail reinforcement, connections, bearings, and other features required for manufacture and installation
• Prepare reinforcement details, bar bending schedules, and associated production information
• Consider manufacturing methods, mould requirements, tolerances, handling, transport, and installation within the design process
• Coordinate with Planning and Production to ensure approved technical information is available when required
• Provide technical support to manufacturing teams and resolve design queries arising during production
• Liaise with Contracts and site teams to address installation queries and coordinate technical requirements
• Attend customer, consultant, and internal design coordination meetings
• Support new product development, design optimisation, and improvements to manufacturing efficiency
• Contribute to the development of standard details, calculation methods, and drawing templates

Experience Required of the Design Engineer

• Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline
• Previous experience in a design engineering, structural engineering, or similar technical role
• Knowledge of relevant British Standards and Eurocodes
• Proficient in AutoCAD and relevant structural design or calculation software
• Experience using Tekla Structures (desirable)

This vacancy is being managed by Paul Smith. Apply now for immediate consideration.