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Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Corby
Employment Type: Permanent
Reporting To: Engineering Manager / Technical Director
The Company
Our client is a UK-based specialist designer and manufacturer of bespoke engineered equipment. With decades of engineering heritage, they deliver high quality The business provides full lifecycle support from concept and design through manufacture.
Role Overview
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role within the engineering team, delivering technically robust, compliant, and commercially competitive design solutions. You will work closely with manufacturing, project delivery, compliance, and quality teams to ensure products meet performance and safety standards while supporting both bespoke and standard product ranges.
Key Responsibilities
Lead design activities from concept through detailed design, documentation, and production implementation
Generate and review technical specifications, engineering drawings, and 2D/3D CAD models
Produce engineering calculations and analysis (structural, load, materials, tolerances)
Coordinate with manufacturing, quality, procurement, and project teams
Maintain design records, KPIs, and version control processes
Provide technical guidance on materials, costing, and manufacturing methods
Conduct design reviews and drive continuous improvement initiativesEssential Skills & Experience
Extensive experience in mechanical design engineering
Background in heavy engineering, fabrication, or structural products preferred
Strong 3D CAD and 2D documentation skills
Solid understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and compliance standards
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience working with cross-functional teams
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environmentWhat You’ll Bring
Proven track record delivering high-quality engineering design projects
Ability to interpret and apply relevant standards and legislation
Proactive approach to innovation and continuous improvement
Practical, hands-on engineering mindsetWhat’s on Offer
Opportunity to work on bespoke, technically challenging engineering projects
Collaborative and supportive engineering environment
Long-term career development opportunitiesIf this sounds like a Mechanical Design Engineer you would be suited for, please apply now. Please note the successful Mechanical Design Engineer must have the right to live and work in the UKDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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