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About Elk Engineering

A Yorkshire-based precision engineering company with over 25 years of experience delivering high-quality fabrication and engineering services to clients across the UK.

Our Story

Built on a Passion for Engineering

Elk Engineering was founded with a simple belief: that quality engineering, honest relationships, and attention to detail would always be in demand. Over two decades later, that belief remains at the heart of everything we do.

From humble beginnings as a small fabrication shop, we have grown into a multi-disciplined engineering company capable of handling large, complex projects while retaining the personal service and quality focus that our clients have always valued.

Today, our team of skilled engineers, fabricators, and project managers serves clients across a wide range of industries, from food and pharmaceutical processing to construction and general manufacturing. We are proud of our long-standing relationships with many customers who have been with us since the early days.

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What Drives Us

Our Values

The principles that guide every project and every interaction with our clients and colleagues.

Quality First

We never compromise on quality. Every component that leaves our facility meets the standard we've agreed with our client — no exceptions.

Partnership

We see our clients as partners, not just customers. Long-term relationships built on trust and mutual respect are what we strive for.

Reliability

Delivering on time and to specification is not optional — it's our commitment. Our clients can plan around our delivery because we honour our word.

Continuous Improvement

We invest in our people, our equipment, and our processes. Standing still is not an option in a competitive industry.

The People

Meet the Team

Skilled professionals who bring expertise, dedication, and pride to every project they work on.

James Holroyd

James Holroyd

Managing Director

30 years of fabrication experience. Founded Elk Engineering with a commitment to quality and client service that defines the business today.

Sarah Bramley

Sarah Bramley

Operations Manager

Oversees day-to-day production scheduling, quality control, and client liaison to ensure projects run on time and to specification.

Mike Thornton

Mike Thornton

Lead Design Engineer

Chartered engineer with expertise in structural design, pipework engineering, and 3D modelling using the latest CAD software.

Dave Parkinson

Dave Parkinson

Workshop Supervisor

20+ years on the shop floor. Leads our fabrication team with a meticulous eye for quality and a hands-on approach that inspires the whole workshop.

Work With Us

Let's build something great together

Whether you're a new or existing client, we'd love to hear about your project. Get in touch and let's discuss how we can help.