Design & Quality Engineer
| Posting date: | 21 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £26,000 to £35,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | bonuses and company pension scheme |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 May 2026 |
| Location: | Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | BRAUER |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
About the Company
Brauer Ltd is a long-established British manufacturer specialising in heavy-duty industrial wheels and castors, toggle clamps, and air amplifier products. Since 1926, we have built a reputation for delivering high-quality engineered solutions, expert technical support, reliable delivery, and outstanding customer service.
We serve a diverse range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, offshore, oil, and pharmaceuticals. Many of our products are bespoke, tailored to meet specific customer requirements.
The Role
Our Milton Keynes-based engineering team plays a vital role in both new product development and customer-focused solution engineering. We are looking to strengthen our team by recruiting an experienced Design & Quality Engineer who can effectively operate at the interface between design, project management, quality, and customer support.
Candidate Requirements
• Minimum qualification: A Level or BTEC in Mechanical Engineering
• At least 2 years’ experience in a design office environment
• Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, Mechanical Desktop, AutoCAD)
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, particularly spreadsheets
• Knowledge of press tooling; experience with FEA is advantageous
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• High attention to detail and self-motivation
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Right to live and work in the UK (please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship)
Key Responsibilities
Design Responsibilities
• Report to and support the Engineering Manager
• Liaise with sales teams and customers on technical and design matters
• Define product and system specifications
• Identify and develop new product opportunities
• Carry out analytical studies (e.g. FEA)
• Prepare cost estimates
• Produce drawings for non-standard and bespoke products
• Create drawings for tooling and jig fixtures
• Input manufacturing operations into Sage software
• Stay up to date with new materials, technologies, and processes
• Work in accordance with company procedures
Quality Responsibilities
• Inspect components to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and specifications
• Support and develop the company’s Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001:2015
• Assist with Health & Safety compliance
• Conduct hands-on inspections, including first-off and periodic checks
• Perform goods-in inspection
• Ensure all products and services meet customer requirements
• Produce documentation such as NCRs, CoCs, and LoCs
• Promote a strong quality culture across the organisation
• Operate CMM equipment (training provided if required)
• Liaise with suppliers on quality-related matters
• Investigate and resolve quality issues
• Maintain basic calibration records for inspection tools (e.g. calipers, micrometers)
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Working Hours
• Monday to Thursday: 09:00 – 17:00
• Friday: 09:00 – 16:30
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Benefits
• Company pension scheme
• Bonus scheme
• Free on-site parking
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Additional Information
• Applicants should be able to reliably commute to Milton Keynes or plan to relocate before starting
• This role is based on-site
• Duties may vary in line with business needs and are not exhaustive
Brauer Ltd is a long-established British manufacturer specialising in heavy-duty industrial wheels and castors, toggle clamps, and air amplifier products. Since 1926, we have built a reputation for delivering high-quality engineered solutions, expert technical support, reliable delivery, and outstanding customer service.
We serve a diverse range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, offshore, oil, and pharmaceuticals. Many of our products are bespoke, tailored to meet specific customer requirements.
The Role
Our Milton Keynes-based engineering team plays a vital role in both new product development and customer-focused solution engineering. We are looking to strengthen our team by recruiting an experienced Design & Quality Engineer who can effectively operate at the interface between design, project management, quality, and customer support.
Candidate Requirements
• Minimum qualification: A Level or BTEC in Mechanical Engineering
• At least 2 years’ experience in a design office environment
• Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, Mechanical Desktop, AutoCAD)
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, particularly spreadsheets
• Knowledge of press tooling; experience with FEA is advantageous
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• High attention to detail and self-motivation
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Right to live and work in the UK (please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship)
Key Responsibilities
Design Responsibilities
• Report to and support the Engineering Manager
• Liaise with sales teams and customers on technical and design matters
• Define product and system specifications
• Identify and develop new product opportunities
• Carry out analytical studies (e.g. FEA)
• Prepare cost estimates
• Produce drawings for non-standard and bespoke products
• Create drawings for tooling and jig fixtures
• Input manufacturing operations into Sage software
• Stay up to date with new materials, technologies, and processes
• Work in accordance with company procedures
Quality Responsibilities
• Inspect components to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and specifications
• Support and develop the company’s Quality Management System in line with ISO 9001:2015
• Assist with Health & Safety compliance
• Conduct hands-on inspections, including first-off and periodic checks
• Perform goods-in inspection
• Ensure all products and services meet customer requirements
• Produce documentation such as NCRs, CoCs, and LoCs
• Promote a strong quality culture across the organisation
• Operate CMM equipment (training provided if required)
• Liaise with suppliers on quality-related matters
• Investigate and resolve quality issues
• Maintain basic calibration records for inspection tools (e.g. calipers, micrometers)
________________________________________
Working Hours
• Monday to Thursday: 09:00 – 17:00
• Friday: 09:00 – 16:30
________________________________________
Benefits
• Company pension scheme
• Bonus scheme
• Free on-site parking
________________________________________
Additional Information
• Applicants should be able to reliably commute to Milton Keynes or plan to relocate before starting
• This role is based on-site
• Duties may vary in line with business needs and are not exhaustive