Mechanical Design Engineer

Role: Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Salary: £43,000 + Benefits

KO2 is working with a forward-thinking engineering business based in Newcastle that specialises in industrial automation solutions for the Manufacturing, Process, and Robotics sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer to strengthen their engineering team.

The Role

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies used within automated machinery and production systems. You will work closely with controls, manufacturing, and project teams to deliver robust, high-quality engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical design and development of machine structures, enclosures, assemblies, and components

Producing detailed 3D models and engineering drawings

Supporting designs through prototype, test, and manufacture

Working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary engineering teams including controls and systems engineers

Ensuring designs comply with technical, quality, and relevant industry standards including Machinery Directive requirementsSkills & Experience

Experience of mechanical design of complete machinery, fabrications, and assemblies within an industrial automation or production engineering environment

Proficiency with Creo (preferred), or experience with SolidWorks, Inventor, or CATIA (all acceptable)

Understanding of mechanical design for automated systems, robotics, or machine building is highly desirable

Ability to produce detailed drawings and documentation to manufacturing standard

Strong problem-solving and communication skillsWhat's on Offer

Competitive salary of £43,000

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge industrial automation solutions

Supportive engineering-led environment with clear opportunities for progressionIf you are a Mechanical Design Engineer looking to work on technically challenging automated systems within a growing and innovative business, this is the role for you.

Apply today with an up to date CV to KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions