Mechanical Engineering Design & Development Services
Delivering practical design, simulation, and prototyping solutions since 1989.
Our Core Services
Test Rig Design
We design and deliver custom test rigs for experimental validation, fatigue testing, and structural analysis across aerospace, automotive, rail, and R&D environments.
✅ Component & system test rigs
✅ Instrumentation and data capture
✅ Precision-engineered structures
Aerospace & Automotive Engineering
From seating systems and powertrains to actuators and cabin interiors, we support legacy and next-gen engineering in demanding transport environments.
✅ Powertrain and transmission design
✅ Structural optimisation and compliance
✅ Interior mechanisms and R&D support
Special Purpose Machinery
CNR has a proven track record in designing high-precision composite saws, hard metal cutting tools, and custom machinery tailored to industrial applications.
✅ Composite panel saws
✅ Hard metal dry saws
✅ Bespoke jigs and tooling
Design & Engineering Support
Need extra resource? We act as an extension of your team, providing CAD modelling, 3D assemblies, drawings, and simulation support on a flexible basis.
✅ CAD design and layout
✅ FEA/CFD analysis
✅ Design optimisation and prototyping
F.A.Q.
Frequently Asked Questions
We offer mechanical design, analysis, prototyping, and special-purpose machine design. Supporting clients from concept to production. You can learn more about each service by selecting the relevant section above.
We have extensive experience in aerospace, automotive, rail, and wider industrial manufacturing. We also work with universities, R&D groups, and OEMs across the UK and Worldwide.
Yes, whether you’re starting from a blank slate or need help improving or expanding an existing system, we’re flexible in how we engage with client projects.
We specialise in the design of custom machines and test rigs. We also partner with trusted precision manufacturers for build, installation, and integration when required.
With over 30 years of experience, ISO 9001:2015 certification, and close ties to top universities and innovation hubs, CNR combines proven expertise with a collaborative, practical approach to solving engineering challenges.
We’re happy to help. You can start by browsing the service categories above, or just get in touch and we’ll advise you based on your specific requirements.
Not sure where your project fits? Let’s talk.
Whether you’re exploring ideas, refining an existing design, or ready to build, we’ll help you find the right service for your needs.