Design Engineer

Job description

Design Engineer

Company: Warrior Doors Ltd

Location: Office / Factory Premises, Tyseley, Birmingham, UK

Reporting to: Design Manager

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Role Overview

Warrior Doors is seeking a Design Engineer to join our design and engineering team, based at our office and factory premises. The role supports the full lifecycle of our specialist door products — from site survey and design through manufacture, installation, servicing, and ongoing R&D.

This is a hands-on engineering role, well suited to someone who enjoys working close to manufacturing and seeing designs built, installed, and improved.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings
• Design components and assemblies suitable for fabrication and manufacture
• Support and interpret site survey information
• Work closely with the workshop and manufacturing team to ensure practical, buildable designs
• Provide design support during installation and service activities
• Contribute to R&D and continuous improvement of existing and new products
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 quality procedures
• Maintain accurate drawings, revisions, and technical documentation
• Liaise with internal teams to support projects from enquiry through to completion

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience using CAD software (SolidWorks preferred but not essential)
• Ability to produce clear and accurate engineering drawings
• Understanding of design for manufacture
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Good communication skills and a collaborative approach

Desirable Skills

• Workshop or manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication
• Experience working in an ISO 9001 environment
• Exposure to R&D or product development
• Experience supporting site surveys, installations, or service teams

What We Offer

• Office / factory–based role with close involvement in manufacturing
• Exposure to the full product lifecycle
• Opportunity to contribute to R&D and innovation
• Supportive, practical engineering environment
• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• 28 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays

Please send a copy of your CV and portfolio of work to chris.collins@warriordoors.co.uk

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Birmingham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-02-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English