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Trusted Metal Fabrication & Engineering Solutions in the UK
Cobra Engineering has established itself as a leader in metal fabrication and engineering services, drawing on over three decades of experience to deliver tailored solutions across diverse sectors. Our expertise spans the design, manufacture, and installation of stainless steel and carbon steel fabrications, pipework, and structural components, serving clients in food production, manufacturing, water and utilities, energy, and construction industries. With a team of highly skilled project managers, engineers, designers, and coded welders, we collaborate closely with clients to ensure projects meet exact specifications while adhering to strict timelines and budgets. Based in Cambridgeshire, our operations extend nationwide, supported by a commitment to quality evidenced by CE Mark accreditation and long-standing partnerships with major UK clients. Our ability to provide 24/7 working capabilities ensures minimal disruption to client operations, particularly in critical sectors requiring urgent maintenance or shutdown support.By maintaining direct employment of all engineers and site personnel, we uphold rigorous safety standards and industry-specific training, including CSCS certification, confined space work, and height safety protocols. This structured approach, combined with in-house fabrication facilities and a focus on practical problem-solving, has solidified our reputation as a trusted engineering partner. Our dedication to continuous improvement is reflected in client testimonials praising our reliability, technical proficiency, and ability to deliver complex projects from initial enquiry through to completion. Whether undertaking full turnkey installations or emergency repairs, we prioritise client satisfaction through transparent communication, cost-effective solutions, and adherence to the highest quality standards.
Services
Metal Fabrication
Pipework Installation
Structural Steelwork
Maintenance Services
Custom Fabrications
Emergency Repairs
Design Engineering
Machining Services
Access Platforms
Storage Solutions
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in metal fabrication and engineering services.
- Our team includes certified engineers and coded welders with industry-specific expertise.
- We offer 24/7 working capabilities to minimize production downtime for critical projects.
- Our structural steelwork is CE Mark accredited to EN1090 standards.
- We serve major UK clients in food, water, energy, and construction sectors.
Associations and certifications
- CE Mark
What people say
Professional, reliable
Outstanding service
Excellent service and support
Second to none
Cost and time advantages
Services
Metal Fabrication
We design and manufacture custom stainless steel and carbon steel fabrications to exact client specifications. Our in-house workshops produce components ranging from pipework and platforms to complex structural elements, adhering to EN1090 standards. Projects are managed by dedicated teams ensuring precision engineering, corrosion-resistant finishes, and seamless integration with existing infrastructure.
Pipework Installation
Our coded welders install and maintain pipework systems for food processing, water treatment, and energy facilities. Services include layout design, material selection, and 24/7 emergency repairs. We minimize operational disruption through flexible shift patterns and pre-fabrication techniques while maintaining compliance with industry safety protocols.
Structural Steelwork
We provide CE-marked secondary steelwork including staircases, walkways, and balustrades. Our engineers handle load-bearing structures for new builds and refurbishments, offering galvanized, painted, or powder-coated finishes. Projects emphasize safety compliance, with dedicated project managers overseeing fabrication and installation phases.
Maintenance Services
Our direct-employed engineers offer planned and emergency maintenance for manufacturing and utility clients. Services cover breakdown repairs, shutdown support, and equipment relocation. We provide flexible shift coverage and rapid response times, utilizing in-house machining capabilities to resolve obsolescence issues efficiently.
Custom Fabrications
We create bespoke metalwork from client drawings or in-house designs, including tanks, mezzanine floors, and security barriers. Our approach combines conventional machining with precision welding to deliver unique solutions. Projects benefit from direct client collaboration and quality assurance throughout fabrication and installation processes.
People
Lyndon Clancy
Managing Director
With 36 years in steel fabrication, Lyndon oversees daily operations and client relationships. He progressed from welder to leadership roles, gaining expertise in food, water, and power industries before becoming Managing Director in 2021.
Paul Taylor
Production Manager
Paul manages operational activities with experience from the Royal Navy and pharmaceutical sectors. He joined Cobra in 2021, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality engineering solutions while overseeing production and maintenance functions.
James Gowler
Contracts Manager
James leads pricing and fabrication programming after 6 years in design engineering. With a mechanical apprenticeship and 10 years shop floor experience, he transitioned to project management in 2021, combining technical knowledge with operational oversight.
Nathan Godfrey
Project Manager
Nathan specializes in food processing and power sector installations. After joining Cobra in 2011, he progressed from fabrication to project management in 2022, leveraging hands-on experience in coded welding and site supervision to deliver complex projects.
Stuart Smalley
Project Manager
Stuart has 18 years of experience managing food, energy, and manufacturing projects. Starting in fabrication workshops, he developed client relationships through practical problem-solving, becoming a project manager known for pragmatic solutions and long-term client partnerships.
Questions
What industries do Cobra Engineering primarily serve?
We specialize in food production, manufacturing, water and wastewater treatment, energy, and construction sectors across the UK.
Are your engineers directly employed and certified?
Yes, all our engineers are directly employed and hold CSCS cards with additional certifications for confined spaces and height safety.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 working capabilities for urgent repairs and shutdown support to minimize operational disruption.
What accreditations does Cobra Engineering hold?
Our structural steelwork carries CE Mark accreditation to EN1090 standards, ensuring compliance with European fabrication requirements.
Can you handle both design and installation?
Yes, we offer full-service solutions from initial design through fabrication to final installation of metalwork projects.
What maintenance services do you provide?
We offer planned maintenance, emergency repairs, equipment relocation, and shutdown support with flexible shift coverage.
