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Mechanical Design EngineerWe are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer who thrives on developing new products from scratch, not just refining existing designs. You will play a key role in creating innovative automation systems, integrating mechanical, electronic, and motion control components into fully manufacturable products. This hands-on position requires creativity, problem-solving, and a proactive approach to prototyping and testing.KEY BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary, ranging between £35-45k (negotiable depending on experience)
• Permanent, full-time role (35 hours per week): Monday - Thursday: 9am-5pm, Friday: 9am-2pm
• Generous holiday package, including a Christmas shutdown annually
• Discretionary Christmas bonus
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 7% employee, 11% employer)
• Death in service scheme
• Birthday gift
• Free on-site parking and modern office facilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop new automation systems, integrating mechanical, electronic, and motion components
• Generate ideas, create concept models, and test solutions through physical prototyping
• Produce detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings for manufacturing (Creo/SolidWorks)
• Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure efficient production processes
• Plan and conduct testing, including liaising with certification bodies when necessary

Desirable Skills:

• Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using integrated CAD tools
• CAD rendering (KeyShot or equivalent)
• Experience with automation control programming

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree or HND in Product Design Engineering, Industrial Design Engineering, Mechanical Design Engineering or a related field
• Strong expertise in 3D CAD software (Creo, Pro-Engineer, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
• Experience detailing components and assemblies for mass production
• Strong visualisation and drawing skills
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work within a close-knit development team
• Ambitious, creative, and eager to take on challenges in a fast-paced engineering environment

If you're an innovative engineer with a passion for designing cutting-edge products, we'd love to hear from you!

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