Shield Engineering

Shield Group Engineering Holdings Limited is a substantial, family-owned UK contract manufacturer established in 1949, specialising in machining and assembly solutions. Operating from over 400,000 sq ft across multiple UK sites including Leicester, Coventry, Burton Latimer, and Oldham, as well as a facility in Belgium, the group functions as a Tier 1 component supplier. In 2011, the group reported sales of £75 million with 440 employees.

The company's core capabilities include the machining and assembly of cast and forged parts, with in-house design and manufacture of jigs, fixtures, and special purpose machinery. They possess significant aluminium die casting capabilities, utilising high-pressure die casting machines, and process aluminium castings from various methods. Shield Group Engineering also handles volume cast iron machining and assembly, with dedicated facilities for complex and larger components, serving industries such as power generation, off-highway, construction, automotive, and marine.

Shield Group Engineering facilities operate to IATF 16949 accreditation, with subsidiaries holding certifications including ISO 14001:2015 and BSI approvals. Their competencies extend to mechanical engineering and design, core engine components, and innovative energy-saving applications. The Goddeeris Machining facility in Belgium is a preferred supplier to CAT, Bosch, ZP, and Voith, demonstrating their ability to deliver high-precision components for critical applications.