Design Engineer

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and delivering mechanical designs across a range of bespoke engineering projects. You’ll work closely with the wider engineering and manufacturing teams, taking projects from initial concept through detailed design and into production.

The role will involve:

• Producing detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings.
• Developing bespoke mechanical components, assemblies and systems.
• Supporting projects from concept and design through to manufacture.
• Working closely with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective and fit for purpose.
• Making design improvements and resolving technical issues throughout the product lifecycle.
• Working with suppliers and external stakeholders where required.
• Supporting the development of new products and continuous improvement of existing designs.
• Ensuring designs meet relevant engineering standards and customer requirements.

We’re looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer with a strong practical engineering mindset and experience working within a manufacturing or product development environment. You’ll ideally have experience with 3D CAD and be comfortable working collaboratively with engineers and manufacturing teams.

Key Requirements

• Mechanical engineering/design experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong Solidworks skills (Essential)
• Ability to produce detailed engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider engineering team.
• A practical, hands-on approach to engineering.
• Engineering qualification or relevant industry experience.

• Opportunity to join a growing and established engineering business.
• Varied and interesting bespoke engineering projects.
• Full involvement from concept through to manufacture.
• Close collaboration with experienced engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Genuine opportunity for professional development and progression.
• A practical, hands-on engineering environment where your work has a visible impact.