Mechanical Design Engineer / Autodesk / High Precision Laser Systems
Location: Oxford
Salary: Up to £60,000
Type: Permanent | Full-Time
The Role
We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design and development of advanced mechanical systems and precision-engineered assemblies used within high-performance industrial equipment.
Working across the full product lifecycle, you will be involved in concept development, detailed design, prototyping, testing and production release activities within a modern engineering environment.
You will play a key role in refining and developing complex assemblies associated with:
* Automated machinery
* Precision motion systems
* High-accuracy engineered components
* Specialist manufacturing equipment
* Integrated electro-mechanical systems
The role requires strong 3D CAD design capability, attention to engineering detail and the ability to solve complex mechanical integration challenges within a fast-paced technology environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using 3D CAD tools
* Produce detailed manufacturing drawings to recognised engineering standards
* Carry out tolerance analysis and support precision assembly requirements
* Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles
* Support prototype builds, testing and engineering investigations
* Produce and maintain technical documentation, specifications and build instructions
* Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering and manufacturing teams
* Ensure designs comply with relevant quality and regulatory standards
* Support continuous improvement and future product development activities
* Contribute towards innovation and advanced manufacturing initiatives
Required Experience
* 5+ years’ experience within mechanical design engineering
* Background designing industrial equipment, automation systems or capital equipment
* Strong 3D CAD experience within complex mechanical environments
* Autodesk Inventor; experience with Autodesk Vault for configuration control and release management
* Experience working with PDM/PLM systems for design and release management
* Strong understanding of precision engineering and tolerance analysis
* Experience producing manufacturing drawings and engineering documentation
* Proven application of DFM/DFA principles
Desirable Experience
* Experience working with precision motion or high-accuracy systems
* Exposure to advanced manufacturing or automation environments
* Experience operating within Agile engineering teams
* Interest in emerging engineering technologies and modern digital engineering tools
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing advanced engineering business working on innovative technology within a highly skilled technical team. The company offers a collaborative environment where engineers are encouraged to contribute ideas, influence product development and work on technically challenging projects with real-world impact.
Please apply with an upto date CV to find out more