Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Leicester, UK (international travel required)
We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing engineering team. This role offers exposure to full-cycle machinery design, research and development, and international customer interaction. Graduates through to senior engineers are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
Lead top-level design of machinery to meet customer specifications
Produce detailed and assembly drawings
Support R&D activities and generate design calculations
Collaborate with controls and software engineers
Provide technical support to the sales team, including customer visits in the UK and overseas
Work closely with purchasing and production teams to meet budgets and schedules
Liaise with suppliers and contribute to specification writing, manuals, BOMs and CE/Health & Safety documentation
Ensure engineering quality standards are maintained
Project management experience beneficial
Experience and Qualifications
Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSc/BEng/MSc) or equivalent experience
Proficient in 3D CAD, ideally SolidWorks
Broad engineering background in special-purpose or bespoke machinery
Experience with MRP systems preferred
Package
Salary: £30,000 (junior) to £65,000 (senior)
Hours: 37.5 per week, 9am-5pm
Pension scheme included
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Training and career progression available
If youre interested in this role please send your CV to kathryn.van- for a confidential conversation regarding the role