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Mechanical Design Engineer

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Mechanical Design Engineer – Innovation in Action
Location: Knutsford
Company: AG Products
At AG Products, we don’t just build agricultural machinery — we reinvent it. As an award-winning manufacturer with a track record of pioneering innovation, we’re pushing boundaries in automation and robotics, and we want you to be part of the journey.
We’re on the lookout for a Mechanical Design Engineer who’s as comfortable on the tools as they are at the screen. If you’re a problem-solver with a passion for turning ideas into working machines, this is your chance to design bespoke, game-changing equipment that will shape the future of farming.
🌟 What you’ll do


  • Take ownership of projects from first sketch to finished machine.

  • Bring concepts to life with 3D CAD (SolidWorks or similar).

  • Engineer practical solutions in sheet metal, fabrication, and automation.

  • Collaborate with a team of innovators, suppliers, and customers.

  • Research new materials, components, and technologies.

✅ What we’re looking for


  • Strong CAD design skills (SolidWorks).

  • Hands-on mechanical mindset with fabrication knowledge.

  • Engineering design qualification or proven experience.

  • Creative, can-do attitude with problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to link designs to real-world performance.

  • Communication skills and IT literacy.

  • Agricultural experience (desirable, not essential).

💡 Why join us?


  • Work on automation and robotics projects changing the industry.

  • Be part of a growing, award-winning company.

  • Design machines that make a real-world impact.

  • Join a team that values creativity, innovation, and results.

📩 Ready to shape the future of agricultural engineering?
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