Shield Engineering Projects

Shield Group Engineering is a large, family-owned UK-based contract manufacturer and Tier 1 component supplier, established in 1949. With a significant operational footprint exceeding 400,000 sq ft across multiple UK sites and an international facility in Belgium, the group has grown through strategic acquisitions.

The company specialises in machining and assembly solutions for cast and forged parts, offering in-house design and manufacture of jigs, fixtures, and special purpose machinery. Their extensive manufacturing capabilities include high-volume cast iron machining, complex medium-volume components, and larger parts, alongside aluminium processing from various casting methods. Shield Group works with Aluminium, Iron, and Steel, and their Belgian facility focuses on high-precision turning and milling for transmissions, gearboxes, and axle housings. They serve diverse industries including power generation, off-highway, construction, automotive, and agriculture.

Shield Group Engineering holds significant accreditations, with a strong focus on 100% compliance, including IATF 16949 and ISO 14001:2015. They are a preferred supplier to major clients such as CAT, Bosch, ZP, and Voith, demonstrating their ability to handle components of high complexity and variety cost-effectively for both high and low volume production.