Design Engineer

Design Engineer – Forging / Aerofoil Components
Location: South Birmingham, UK
Sector: Advanced Manufacturing / Aerospace Components
Hours: Full-Time | Permanent
Are you a forward-thinking Design Engineer with experience in metal forging or aerofoil components? This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading engineering organisation at the forefront of high-performance manufacturing.
We’re seeking a passionate and detail-driven professional to take ownership of tooling and component design, forging process development, and cross-functional collaboration to drive product excellence in a highly regulated, precision-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of forged components and tooling, particularly aerofoil blades.
  
• Develop and refine metal forging processes, focusing on material flow, die design, and grain structure optimisation.
  
• Use NX CAD software to design both components and tooling; apply FEA simulations to validate performance.
  
• Ensure all designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and customer requirements.
  
• Partner with Manufacturing, Production, and Quality teams to improve tooling life and reduce defects.
  
• Drive continuous improvement in design efficiency, material usage, and forging accuracy.
  
• Produce detailed engineering drawings, technical documentation, and support implementation of design changes.
  Qualifications & Experience
  
• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or similar.
  
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in design engineering, ideally within metal forging or blade manufacturing.
  
• Skilled in CAD (NX or SolidWorks) and familiar with FEA tools.
  
• Strong knowledge of forging principles, material properties, and GD&T.
  
• A proactive problem-solver with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
  
• Desirable
  
• Experience in the manufacture of aerofoil components.
  
• Background in aerospace, defence, or high-spec industrial sectors
  Why Apply?
  
• Be part of an expert team shaping the future of advanced manufacturing.
  
• Gain exposure to high-end projects with global industry applications.
  
• Contribute to innovation in a company committed to technical excellence and employee development.
  Ready to take your design career to new heights? Apply now to join a business where engineering ambition meets real-world impact.
  To apply, submit your CV and cover letter today