Location: Bedfordshire
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday–Thursday 08:00–17:00, Friday 08:00–13:00
About the Role
We are working with a growing engineering and manufacturing business that is expanding its customer base and increasing the level of machine customisation across its product range. As a result, they are looking to appoint a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design and development of bespoke machinery solutions.
This is a varied role focused on the full mechanical design lifecycle, from concept through to build support, offering the opportunity to work on innovative and customised engineering projects.
The Job
Create mechanical designs using SolidWorks
Produce sales layout drawings using SolidWorks or AutoCAD
Design machinery in line with customer requirements and specifications
Generate and manage mechanical bills of materials (BOMs)
Produce 2D drawings including assemblies, parts, and fabrication details
Develop pneumatic schematics
Collaborate with internal design teams to ensure optimal solutions
Identify and support product improvements and innovation
Produce machine manuals and technical documentation
Provide technical support to shop floor teams during machine builds
Complete internal quality documentation including test plans and validation records
Liaise with internal teams to resolve design and build issues
The Person
Mechanical engineering background
Experience in mechanical design of machinery
Proficiency with 3D CAD software (ideally SolidWorks)
Strong problem-solving skills with a practical approach
Ability to work effectively within a team
Good IT skills (MS Office)
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work to tight deadlines
Willingness to travel in the UK and overseas when required
Valid passport
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary
Early finish on Fridays
Opportunity to work on bespoke, technically varied projects
Exposure to innovative machinery design
Career development within a growing organisation
Salary description
£45000.00 - £55000.00 per year