Do you have 1-2 years Automation design experience? Due to continued growth, an established and innovative automation engineering company is seeking a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to join its expanding team based in Bedford.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic engineer with a graduate mindset, strong technical ability, and a passion for precision design. You will play a key role in delivering advanced robotic and automation solutions across a range of industries.
Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will be responsible for a wide variety of mechanical design activities — from supporting the sales team with proposals and costing, to designing and developing robot auxiliary axis solutions and bespoke machine guarding systems.
This is a varied, hands-on position where creativity, accuracy, and engineering expertise are highly valued.
Responsibilities:
* Create scheme models and drawings for proposal and quotation purposes
* Obtain supplier quotations and provide back-office support to sales and engineering teams
* Assist in the strategic design and development of: Robot auxiliary axes, Positioners, Grippers, Roller doors, Guarding solutions
* Produce accurate part and assembly models, along with high-quality manufacturing drawings
* Work with specialist suppliers to source newly designed components and assemblies
* Compile detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs) and maintain accurate MRP records
* Generate 3D renders and graphics for technical documentation and marketing materials
* Assist in the creation of User Manuals and Installation Guides
Experience Required:
* Strong 3D CAD modelling skills (essential)
* In-depth understanding of technical drawings and engineering processes
* Excellent attention to detail, particularly in technical documentation
* Proactive and solutions-focused mindset
* Comfortable working collaboratively within a growing engineering team
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