Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer Nottinghamshire Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 (DOE) 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays The Company Our client is a long-established UK manufacturer of industrial equipment, specialising in the design and production of special purpose machinery and precision engineered parts. With a history dating back to the 1940’s, they are a privately owned, third-generation family business with a turnover of around £12 million. Operating from a single site, they employ over 100 staff across manufacturing, design, sales, and repair services. Their key strength is their full cradle-to-grave capability, with design, machining, fabrication, electrical assembly, and testing all completed in-house. The Role As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will join a small, experienced design team of 3 engineers, working primarily on the development and improvement of existing product ranges. This is a hands-on, design-focused role with strong links to manufacturing, where you’ll be involved in everything from concept through to production support. Your responsibilities will include: Designing precision machined and fabricated components Producing 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks (80% 3D) Supporting R&D and continuous improvement of existing products Creating and managing Bills of Materials (BOMs) Liaising with shop floor, suppliers, and internal teams Assisting with customer enquiries and technical queries Using ERP systems to manage design data and components What We’re Looking For Minimum 1–2 years’ experience using SolidWorks (or similar 3D CAD) Experience designing manufactured components (machining or fabrication) Strong understanding of how products are made and function Detail-oriented with a passion for engineering and problem solving Ability to work closely with manufacturing teams Good communication skills and a team-oriented mindset The Benefits Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience 25 days holiday + bank holidays Paid overtime Early finish on Fridays Join a stable, long-standing business with low staff turnover Work in a close-knit engineering team with strong product knowledge Opportunity to develop into more technical/specialist engineering work Why Join? This is an excellent opportunity for a developing Mechanical Design Engineer who wants to build their career within a true manufacturing environment. You’ll gain exposure to the full product lifecycle, working closely with production and developing a deep understanding of how engineering products are designed, built, and improved. How to Apply If you’re a Mechanical Design Engineer looking to develop your skills within a well-established manufacturing business, we want to hear from you. Please send your CV to Matt Taylor at or call (phone number removed). ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation