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Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

A growing UK-based engineering company, specialising in the design and build of state-of-the-art automation solutions, is looking to appoint a Mechanical Design Engineer. This organisation works with a wide variety of industries - from food and beverage to pharmaceuticals - delivering innovative machinery, robotics, and vision inspection systems that transform production processes.

With two modern facilities in the Midlands and South West, and a strong international customer base, the business is expanding rapidly and investing in exciting, cutting-edge projects. This is a great opportunity to join a close-knit engineering team and play a key role in designing bespoke automation machinery for clients across the UK, Europe, and the USA.

Mechanical Design Engineer Job Overview

Reporting to the Engineering Director, you'll be responsible for bringing customers' automation concepts to life. You'll work across a wide range of projects, from standalone solutions to full turnkey automation systems. The role is predominantly office/factory-based but will involve occasional travel to customer sites.

Responsibilities include:

Designing and developing new and existing components/products
Conceptual design of automation solutions
Detailing and refining existing designs
Site layout design
Producing bills of materials (BoMs)
Project management and ownership of customer projects from concept through to delivery
Ensuring all projects meet high quality standards and are delivered on time

Mechanical Design Engineer Job Requirements

We're open to applications from both graduates and experienced engineers - what matters most is your passion, problem-solving ability, and positive attitude.

Experience & Skills:

Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent, OR minimum 3 years' CAD draughting experience
Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor (or similar 3D design software)
Experience in special purpose machinery design (ideal)
Knowledge of manufacturing industries and processes
Strong customer/supplier liaison skills
Excellent eye for detail and ability to work autonomously as well as within a team
Fluent in English (a second language is a bonus)
Eligible to work in the UK and able to travel when required

Mechanical Design Engineer Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary (DOE)
Spot bonuses/awards for outstanding contributions
Contributory pension scheme (post-probation)
21 days holiday plus statutory holidays (with additional days for long service)
Private health insurance for you and your family (post-probation)
Cycle to work scheme (post-probation)
Supportive, friendly team environment
Standard hours: Mon-Thurs 08:00-17:00, Fri 08:00-14:00 (with occasional travel/overtime)

Please note: The site is not accessible by public transport, so a full driving licence and own transport are essential.

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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