Job Description
Mechanical Design EngineerPermanent PositionSalary: Circa £45,000–£52,000 (Depending on Experience)Location: GlasgowWorking Hours: Monday to Friday (On-site, Flexi-hours Available)We are seeking a creative and technically strong Mechanical Design Engineer to join a highly specialised team, a global leader in cutting-edge technology. This is a new permanent role, created due to a team member moving on after three successful years — relatively short within a business where many have 5–10+ years of service.Based in our modern, fully equipped Glasgow facility, you’ll contribute to the full lifecycle of bespoke products — from concept and CAD modelling through to hands-on prototype build, testing, and production. With recent growth driven by increasing global demand in a specific area of defence and commercial applications, we’re looking for a proactive engineer ready to make an impact.You’ll work in a small, close-knit multidisciplinary design team, collaborating directly with clients to deliver tailored mechanical solutions. If you are a hands-on engineer with a flair for design and problem-solving — and enjoy seeing your ideas come to life on-site — this could be the perfect opportunity.Key Responsibilities:Mechanical Design & Development:
* Produce 3D CAD models (SolidWorks preferred) to meet customer and internal requirements
* Generate manufacturing drawings and clear assembly instructions
* Design custom fixtures and jigs to support manufacturing and testing
Project Involvement:
* Engage in full product lifecycle — from initial concept through to manufacture and product validation
* Support prototype builds and be hands-on during early-stage product development
* Contribute to continuous product improvement and performance testing
Collaboration & Support:
* Work closely with customer engineering teams on technical requirements
* Support production technicians and manufacturing staff with engineering challenges
* Liaise with cross-functional teams across the business
What We’re Looking For:
* Degree in Mechanical or Product Design Engineering (mechanically focused)
* Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a mechanical/product design role
* Proficient in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred; other platforms considered)
* Strong understanding of mechanical principles and design for manufacture
* Hands-on approach to building and testing prototypes
* Proven track record of innovative thinking and problem-solving
* Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to work on cutting-edge projects
Why Join Us?
* Work on site where everything happens in-house: design, manufacturing, and testing
* Significant investment in the business and exciting projects on the horizon
* A stable and collaborative workplace with strong retention — half of the team has been here over 10 years
* Be part of a tight-knit design team of 6, making a tangible impact daily
Package & Benefits:
* Salary circa £45,000–£52,000 DOE
* Monday–Friday working pattern (on-site)
* Flexi-hours available
* Long-term development in a stable and growing sector
* Unique opportunity to work on defence and commercial subsea technologies
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