Mechanical Design Engineer£40,000 £45,000 Hertfordshire Near Royston / Cambridge Enjoy designing a product, building the prototype and finding out whether it works?This is an opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer who enjoys combining CAD design with hands-on engineering, prototype development and practical problem-solving.We''re recruiting on behalf of an established and growing manufacturer operating within the construction and engineering sector. The business specialises in developing innovative, technically engineered solutions and is looking to strengthen its design engineering team.The RoleAs a Mechanical Design Engineer, you''ll be involved in the complete product development lifecycle, taking initial concepts through design, prototyping, testing and ultimately into manufacture.This isn''t purely a desk-based CAD position. You''ll have the opportunity to get hands-on with prototypes, test your designs and develop practical solutions to real engineering challenges.Working alongside an experienced engineering team, you''ll contribute to the development of new products while improving existing designs to enhance performance, functionality and manufacturability.Key Responsibilities Produce accurate 2D technical drawings and 3D CAD models, ideally using Autodesk Inventor.Develop mechanical designs and engineered solutions from initial concept through to production.Build, assemble and modify physical prototypes, applying practical engineering knowledge.Apply an ..... full job details .....