We want our software to give users the tools to achieve what needs to be done, and empower them to make decisions and progress projects. From procurement to production, we provide the tools and support you need to stay ahead in today’s fast-paced industries.
We work alongside you, step by step, minimizing downtime while preserving the systems you already rely on. Our focus is on driving value through precision, efficiency, and continuous improvement—so you can stay focused on what you do best.
We are more than just developers. Our team of engineers and industry experts understands the unique demands of sectors like offshore, defence, or heavy engineering. We’re not here to sell a one-size-fits-all product; we’re here to craft a system that feels like it was built just for you.
Founded in 2013 by Mechanical and Software Engineer Alex Wilkinson, Blacksmith Engineering has always had a mission to power the best in engineering. With an initial deployment in Pipecoil Technology, IMPS focussed on part management and the Purchase Order workflow. By continually questioning its customer’s more pressing concerns, the system quickly grew to include build planning and stock control.
When OSBIT started with a mission to bring next generation equipment to the offshore industry, IMPS was a natural fit from the beginning. As OSBIT has succeeded IMPS has added additional features, including recognising documentation management as a central component for quality control. Blacksmith is composed of a small team of dedicated specialists based in the north east of England. We are always looking for the best talent to help us grow and serve our customers.
A graduate of Bristol University as an Aeronautical Engineer. Founded Blacksmith Engineering to bring improved productivity and production to an early employer, Pipecoil Technology. Has worked in the offshore industry at Viper Subsea and defence with Pearson Engineering. Also co-founded OpenWorks Engineering, a pioneering counter-drone engineering company.
A seasoned Commercial Director with a keen focus on creating end to end integrated solutions for manufacturing and engineering verticals. Over 20 years’ experience, driving transformative, value-based software to support scalable, sustainable and measurable business growth. Previous roles at Sage, Experian and Exact Software.
Josh is a North East–born software engineer with over 10 years’ experience across testing, infrastructure and modern software development. He specialises in .NET and web technologies, bringing a practical, end-to-end engineering approach to building robust and scalable systems.
A developer of global-scale online software products combined with a background developing in-house management software for engineering firms in the North East. Brings experience across the full technology stack and development process. Bring data-analysis skills along coding to develop actionable information from process data.
A graduate of the University of St Andrews in Sustainable Development. Joined Blacksmith Engineering to support the commercial rollout of IMPS. Brings experience across commercial operations, sales coordination and art market management, alongside early exposure to start-up environments in Edinburgh and Berlin.