Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Bristol Salary: 35,000 to 55,000 Job Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Full-time We are an engineering and manufacturing business based in Bristol, looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team. This is an opportunity to work on machinery and mechanical equipment, taking designs from initial requirements through to detailed drawings, manufacture and assembly. The role will suit an engineer who enjoys practical mechanical design, with experience in sheet metal, fabricated assemblies and machinery. You will work closely with our manufacturing team to develop designs that are functional, cost-effective and straightforward to produce. Key responsibilities will include: Designing and developing machinery, mechanical components and assemblies Producing 3D CAD models and detailed manufacturing drawings Designing sheet metal components, folded parts, frames and fabricated assemblies Developing layouts and assemblies to meet customer and project requirements Selecting suitable materials, bought-out components and manufacturing processes Applying design for manufacture and assembly principles Considering tolerances, clearances and access for assembly and maintenance Preparing bills of materials and maintaining technical documentation Working with production teams and suppliers to resolve manufacturing queries Supporting machinery builds, testing and practical problem-solving Improving existing designs to reduce ..... full job details .....