We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a fast‑paced, highly technical engineering team. This is a hands‑on design role suited to someone who enjoys working on multiple projects simultaneously, taking concepts from first principles through to fully working, tested solutions.
You’ll be designing a wide variety of equipment ranging from machined components to mechanical handling equipment and mechanical systems
*No Sponsorship provided*
Day‑to‑day responsibilities
Mechanical design using 3D CAD (SolidWorks or Inventor experience) designing innovative designs and new mechanical systems for client products
Managing and prioritising multiple projects in an agile environment
Producing detailed designs for mechanical systems, machined components and assemblies
Carrying out first‑principles hand calculations and GD&Tfor loads, forces, torque, fatigue, and material strengths
Specifying materials and defining testing requirements, including load testing
Designing mechanical systems with a strong focus on functionality, safety, and ergonomics
Supporting designs through manufacture and buildAbout you
You’ll be a confident, technically strong engineer who understands where to start on new designs, how forces act through assemblies, and how to validate designs properly.
Essential experience:
Around 5 years’ experience in a Mechanical Design Engineering role
Strong competence with Inventor or SolidWorks
Solid understanding of:
Load and force calculations
Fatigue in materials
Material selection
Machined component design
Ability to work accurately to tight tolerances and relevant standards
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