Mechanical Design Engineer
Worcester Based
A GBP 18.83 : A GBP 25.92/hr (Band 9:12 DOE)
About the Job
The Company
Our client, Yamazaki Mazak is a leading global manufacturing company based in Worcester. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a market leading Machine Tool manufacturer who have been at the forefront of the industry for many years.
Jonathan Lee Workforce Solutions are the preferred supplier to Mazak.
Job Description
The Role
A position has arisen within European Engineering for a Mechanical Engineer. This vacancy welcomes applicants from all departments.
* Design and develop special machine options to meet customer specifications
* Ensure all designs are safe, reliable, and compliant with relevant legislation and standards
* Engineer, design, and detail mechanical components and assemblies using CREO
* Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including parts lists, assembly instructions, CE technical files, and liaising with European Engineering machine manuals
* Collaborate closely with YMX, Production, and other internal teams to ensure feasibility and alignment
* Research and evaluate emerging technologies for integration into machine options
* Manage procurement of special components and liaise with suppliers for technical support
* Provide hands:on technical assistance to production and service engineers during build and post:delivery phases
* Operate as part of the European HQ team, working cross:functionally to deliver custom machine solutions across the wider Mazak organisation
The Person
Essential Criteria
* Engineering Technical qualification to HNC level or above
* Minimum 3 years experience designing parts for machine tools
* IT Literate in all Microsoft office Packages
* CAD Experience (CREO is desirable)
* Self:motivation, good time management and flexible
* Good communication, Presentation skills and team player
* A good understanding of engineering core principles
* Working well with People of all abilities
* Methodical and systematic with good problem:solving skills
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. (Mechanical)
Desirable Criteria
* Windchill Experience
* Basic ability to read and interpret mechanical Pneumatic, Hydraulic circuits (Pending background)
* Risk assessment experience and an appreciation of health and safety requirements
* Defining and documenting assembly procedures
The Reward
The successful candidate can also expect the following:
* Join a successful, multi:national manufacturing company
* Excellent career potential
* 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
* X2 Salary Life Insurance Package and Well Being Programmes
* Aviva Pension
* Free Uniform
* Free Parking
* Subsidised Restaurant on site
* Working hours are Monday to Friday 8.15am to 4.30 pm
* Overtime is paid at Time 1/3 first 2 hours then Time 1/2 thereafter each day. Saturday is Time 1/2 and Sunday Double Time.
If this Mechanical Design Engineer role sounds like the right opportunity for you then please call to discuss further or Apply at Date for Applications: 3rd October 2025
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