Design and Project Management | Engineering Excellence

Design & Project Management

At Milton Keynes Pressings Ltd (MKP), we provide comprehensive engineering design and project management services that support the full lifecycle of your product — from initial discussions about concept and feasibility through to full-scale production.

With over 40 years of experience in metal pressings, toolmaking, fabrications, and assemblies, MKP combines advanced CAD/CAM technology, in-house manufacturing expertise, and end-to-end project oversight to ensure precision, quality, and on-time delivery.

Our Engineering Design Expertise

Our dedicated engineering design team works closely with clients to transform design ideas into manufacturable, cost-effective products.

Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA).
Reverse engineering and re-engineering of legacy components.
Prototyping and pre-production support

Our goal is to optimise every design for functionality, manufacturability, and cost-efficiency, ensuring seamless integration with MKP’s forming, welding, and finishing operations.

End-to-End Project Management

MKP’s experienced project management team ensures every stage of your manufacturing project runs smoothly — from design approval to final delivery.

We act as a single point of contact, coordinating design improvements, tooling, production, finishing, and logistics to ensure your project is delivered on time, within budget, and to specification.

Our Project Management Process

Project Scoping & Planning – Clear definition of objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
Design & Feasibility Review – Validation of technical and manufacturing feasibility.
Tooling & Prototyping – In-house tool design and prototype validation.
Production & Quality Control – Full-scale manufacturing under IATF16949 system controls.
Delivery & Support – Logistics, documentation, and post-project review

We manage complex engineering programs for clients across industries such as automotive, aerospace, industrial, and construction, providing full traceability and compliance with international standards.

Collaborative Engineering Approach

At MKP, we believe in collaborative engineering. Our designers and project engineers work directly with your technical and procurement teams to:

Reduce design-to-production time.
Identify cost-saving opportunities early.
Optimise materials and manufacturing processes.
Integrate seamlessly with your supply chain

Our agile approach ensures flexibility for design changes, fast feedback loops, and efficient communication at every stage.

Enquire

Share your project details below, and our engineering team will provide a comprehensive review of your requirements. We work hand-in-hand with your team to develop tailored engineering solutions, ensuring every design is feasible and optimized for the most efficient, quality-driven manufacturing process.

Why Choose MKP

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Proven Experience You Can Trust

40+ years of engineering heritage. Established in 1985, with roots tracing back to 1974, we bring decades of technical knowledge to every project.

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Large-Scale Manufacturing Capability

100,000 sq ft of manufacturing space across two sites. Our extensive facilities allow us to support everything from prototype development to high-volume production programmes efficiently and reliably.

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Skilled Workforce & Engineering Expertise

130+ skilled employees. Our experienced team delivers precision metal pressings, welded assemblies, and fine-limit sheet metal components across multiple industries.

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Complete Manufacturing Under One Roof

Integrated processes from tooling to final assembly. Design support, toolmaking, presswork, fabrication, welding, finishing, and assembly are managed in-house.

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Certified Quality Assurance

IATF 16949:2016, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, OHSAS 18001 & VDA accreditations. Our certified quality management system ensures repeatable processes, rigorous inspection, and dependable results for every customer programme.

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Trusted Across Multiple Industries

Supplying diverse manufacturing sectors, including automotive and off-highway. We deliver precision components directly into demanding supply chains where quality, timing and reliability are critical.

Pressings & Stampings

CNC Machining

Assembly

Finishing Services

Toolmaking

Sheet Metal Fabrication

Welding

Project Management