Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Bedfordshire
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday–Thursday 08:00–17:00, Friday 08:00–13:00

About the Role
We are working with a growing engineering and manufacturing business that is expanding its customer base and increasing the level of machine customisation across its product range. As a result, they are looking to appoint a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design and development of bespoke machinery solutions.

This is a varied role focused on the full mechanical design lifecycle, from concept through to build support, offering the opportunity to work on innovative and customised engineering projects.

The Job

• Create mechanical designs using SolidWorks
• Produce sales layout drawings using SolidWorks or AutoCAD
• Design machinery in line with customer requirements and specifications
• Generate and manage mechanical bills of materials (BOMs)
• Produce 2D drawings including assemblies, parts, and fabrication details
• Develop pneumatic schematics
• Collaborate with internal design teams to ensure optimal solutions
• Identify and support product improvements and innovation
• Produce machine manuals and technical documentation
• Provide technical support to shop floor teams during machine builds
• Complete internal quality documentation including test plans and validation records
• Liaise with internal teams to resolve design and build issues

The Person

• Mechanical engineering background
• Experience in mechanical design of machinery
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (ideally SolidWorks)
• Strong problem-solving skills with a practical approach
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Good IT skills (MS Office)
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Willingness to travel in the UK and overseas when required
• Valid passport

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Early finish on Fridays
• Opportunity to work on bespoke, technically varied projects
• Exposure to innovative machinery design
• Career development within a growing organisation