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Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Posted: 5 days ago

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

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

Mechanical Design Engineer

📍 Bedfordshire (SG19 Area)
 💰 £45,000 - £55,000 (Depending on Experience)
 🕒 Days

A well-established manufacturer of specialist automated machinery is looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its growing engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for a design engineer who enjoys developing bespoke machinery and working on technically challenging projects from concept through to completion.

The business designs and builds custom automated equipment for a global customer base, offering engineers the chance to work on varied projects and see their designs brought to life on the shop floor.

The Role

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and development of bespoke machinery and mechanical systems, supporting projects from initial concept through to manufacture and commissioning.

You will collaborate closely with electrical engineers, production teams, and service engineers to ensure designs are practical, reliable, and meet customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Design of bespoke machinery and mechanical systems
Producing 3D models and detailed manufacturing drawings
Supporting projects from concept design through to final build
Working with internal teams to resolve design and build challenges
Ensuring designs meet performance, safety, and manufacturing requirements
Liaising with production teams during machine build and testing
Supporting machine commissioning and continuous design improvements
Maintaining accurate engineering documentation and design records

Working Hours

Monday - Friday (Days)
Early finish on Fridays

Requirements

Essential

Experience in mechanical design of machinery or automated equipment
Proficiency with 3D CAD software
Ability to produce detailed manufacturing drawings
Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary engineering team

Desirable

Experience designing special purpose machinery or automation equipment
Knowledge of pneumatics, motion systems, or production machinery
Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or similar
Experience supporting projects from concept through to installation

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be a practical and innovative Mechanical Design Engineer who enjoys developing solutions to complex engineering challenges.

You will be someone who takes pride in seeing your designs progress from concept through to a fully operational machine, working closely with production and engineering teams to deliver high-quality equipment

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