For Hiring Managers

Struggling to find
Design Engineer talent for
your business?

We deliver shortlists of qualified engineers who are ready to interview — usually within 48–72 hours. Specialist recruiters, pre-vetted candidates, no wasted time.

48–72 hrs Shortlist turnaround
Pre-vetted Every candidate screened
4.9 / 5 Based on 98 reviews
10+ years Engineering specialists
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Hiring Frustrations

Sound familiar?

These are the most common challenges hiring managers tell us about when looking for renewable energy talent. If even two or three of them ring true, you're not alone — and we can help.

Internal hiring avenues have stalled?

Candidates dropping out or not showing up?

Job ads not bringing in the right candidates?

Poor experience using recruiters in the past?

Recruiters not understanding the technicalities of what you want?

Wasting your time reviewing irrelevant or low-quality CVs?

Company growth being held back by hiring delays?

Good news. We can help with all of that.

Design engineering recruitment that works

Design Engineering
Design engineering is a vast sector that can encompass everything from manufacturing to civil engineering. One thing that is prevalent throughout all sectors is the need for quality, reliability and safety. We understand it is important to get candidates with the relevant design skills for your business and this can include knowledge of CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo or Revit. 

Hiring the right workers can help you to achieve this for your organisation. With over 20 years of combined experience in the design engineering sector, we are well placed to help you unearth the best talent for your company.

20+

Years of combined experience in the engineering sector.

3X faster

We fill our roles 3× quicker than the industry average.

5.0

Average customer rating across Google & Trustist.

A+

We keep you informed every step of the way.

Passion For Design Engineering

Design engineering recruitment requires technical knowledge and an appreciation of unique company culture. We spend the time getting to know your company, so when the time comes to send a candidate for an interview, we can be confident they’ll be a great fit for your organisation. 

Design engineering recruitment can be time-consuming, which is why we focus on finding the candidates that will grow with your organisation, reducing staff turnover and increasing productivity.


If you’re hiring for a permanent or contract role, if you’re looking for a single engineer or an entire design engineering team, we can help. 

We will leverage our industry expertise and extensive resources to find the right candidates to help give your organisation a competitive edge. 

Through smart and sustainable recruitment, we can help you to achieve your wider business goals.

Some of The Brands We Have Worked With

Trusted by many companies around the UK & Ireland
Few of our happy customers:
Kellogg’s logoLondon Luton Airport logoBP Pulse logoLiebherr logoNSAI  logosunlight group logoCenergist logoTriathlon Battery Solutions logo
What happens next

Three steps to your next hire

Full transparency on timelines, process, and costs. No pressure. No pushy sales tactics — just specialist hiring help.

1

Send your brief

Use the form at the top of the page — or call us. Tell us as little or as much as you'd like.

~2 minutes
2

We get in touch

A specialist consultant calls within 24 hours to understand exactly what you need — and what you don't.

Within 24 hours
3

Shortlist delivered

Pre-vetted, qualified candidates ready to interview — usually within 48–72 hours of brief sign-off.

48–72 hours
Average response time: under 4 hours during business hours.

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions here, so feel free to send us a message if you do not find what you are looking for.
What types of Design Engineer roles do you recruit for?
We recruit across all levels of design engineering, from graduate and junior CAD technicians to senior design engineers and project leads. Typical sectors include manufacturing, mechanical, civil, and electrical engineering, with experience in software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo, or Revit often in demand.
Do you offer both permanent and contract design engineering positions?
Yes — we work with employers on both permanent hires and contract placements. Whether you’re looking for short-term project support or long-term engineering talent, our specialist recruiters can match you with the right opportunities or candidates.
How quickly can you fill a Design Engineer vacancy?
On average, our specialist recruiters fill design engineer roles up to three times faster than generalist agencies. Because we maintain an active network of pre-screened engineers, we can often present strong candidates within a few days of receiving your brief.
What makes your agency different from other engineering recruiters?
Unlike general recruitment firms, we focus exclusively on engineering and technical disciplines. Our consultants have real-world industry experience, ensuring a deeper understanding of design processes, CAD tools, and project requirements — resulting in better candidate matches and reduced turnover.
Would you like to talk further? Contact us.
Why work with Nolan

Trusted for a reason

A decade of placing engineers, hundreds of clients, and reviews you can actually go and read on Google and Trustist.

4.9/5
Google Reviews
98 reviews
5.0/5
Trustist Reviews
All five-star
10+ yrs
Engineering & renewables specialists
48 hrs
Typical shortlist turnaround

"As a South African company recruiting for a position in the UK, we were a little hesitant employing an unknown recruitment agency so far away — but it's a decision we now pat ourselves on the back for. Quick to understand the brief, Nolan's were professional, thorough and responsive, providing continuous feedback throughout the process of recruiting for a difficult role with somewhat unusual specs."

Mandy McGuire
HR Manager
Google

"Fantastic to deal with, honest and straight talking. Grateful to Nolan Recruitment and Sean Neary for all their help."

Glen N.
Verified Review
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