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Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Posted: 19 days ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leicestershire

Expire in: 9 days

Job Description

Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Leicestershire

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000

Full-Time | Onsite

Automation | Robotics | Special Purpose Machinery

If you're the type of engineer who enjoys solving problems others can't, leading projects from concept to commissioning, and seeing your designs come to life on the shop floor, this could be the role you've been waiting for.

We're working with a highly respected automation engineering business that designs and builds bespoke robotic and automated manufacturing systems for leading manufacturers across automotive, medical, healthcare and advanced industrial sectors. Due to continued growth and a strong order book, they are looking to appoint a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to play a key role in delivering innovative automation projects.

This isn't a role where you'll be producing the same designs repeatedly.

You'll be leading the design and delivery of complex automation projects, working on custom-built machinery, robotics integration and innovative manufacturing solutions that challenge conventional engineering thinking.

The Opportunity

As the lead mechanical design authority on your projects, you'll take ownership from initial concept through to customer handover.

Responsibilities include:

Leading the mechanical design of bespoke automation and special-purpose machinery projects
Creating innovative design solutions using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo or Solid Edge
Driving design reviews, ensuring designs are robust, reliable, manufacturable and commercially viable
Collaborating with electrical, controls, manufacturing and installation teams to deliver successful projects
Working directly with customers, understanding technical requirements and turning ideas into reality
Supporting machine build, commissioning and installation activities where required
Mentoring and influencing engineering best practice across the wider engineering team
Managing project delivery to agreed timescales, budgets and quality standardsAbout You

You'll likely have experience in one or more of the following areas:

Special Purpose Machinery
Industrial Automation
Robotics
Automated Production EquipmentYou'll also have:

7+ years' experience within a mechanical design engineering environment
Strong 3D CAD experience (Solid Edge, SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo or similar)
A proven track record of delivering engineering projects from concept through to completion
Strong knowledge of machine design principles and machinery safety requirements
Excellent communication skills and the confidence to engage with customers and stakeholders
HNC, HND or Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline

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