Design Engineer

We are working with a well-established engineering business specialising in the design and build of special purpose machinery and automation systems. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their design team.

This is a varied, hands-on role covering the full design lifecycle, from reverse engineering existing components through to developing new machinery, jigs, fixtures, and automation solutions. The Role

• Measure, interpret, and reverse-engineer existing (and sometimes damaged) machine parts and assemblies
• Create accurate 3D models using SolidWorks
• Carry out occasional customer site visits for measurements and technical assessments
• Maintain standard parts within CAD and MRP systems
• Raise purchase orders for materials and components
• Design special purpose jigs, fixtures, machine automation, and mechanical components
• Produce BOMs and maintain accurate project documentation through to completion
• Support manufacturing, build, and commissioning activities

• Engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or Degree)
• Strong experience using SolidWorks / 3D CAD
• Confident working from legacy 2D drawings and limited briefs
• Background in mechanical design within machinery, automation, or manufacturing
• Understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Lean principles
• Basic materials knowledge (steels essential; copper/alloys advantageous)
• Strong attention to detail with good organisational skills

Desirable Experience

• Special purpose machinery, automation, or fixturing
• Sheet metal and welded fabrication design
• Working within manufacturing or quality-driven environments
• Hands-on, practical engineering approach

• Early Friday finish (2pm)
• Opportunity to work on full lifecycle engineering projects
• Varied and technically interesting design work
• Growing and stable engineering environment