Mechanical Design Engineer

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