Mechanical Design Engineer

Stoke-on-Trent
4 months ago
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Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Office based role commutable from Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe, Stafford, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Congleton, Macclesfield, Uttoxeter, Leek, and surrounding areas

£50,000 - £55,000 + Mon-Fri (8:00am - 4:30pm) + Early finish on Fridays (3pm) Progression Opportunities + Company Pension + Office-Based Role

Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer ready to take ownership of the full design process and make a real impact within a forward-thinking and expanding engineering company?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist design and manufacturing business delivering bespoke equipment and automation solutions across multiple industries.
Due to sustained growth and exciting new projects, the company is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead high-value, technically challenging designs from concept through to completion.

In this role, you will have full autonomy to drive design improvements, develop cost-effective solutions, and play a pivotal role in shaping future innovation.

The ideal candidate will have experience within the Aerospace or Automotive sectors, with strong knowledge of motors and drives, hydraulics, pneumatics, automation, and robotics.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated engineer to take the next step in their career, influence key design decisions, and make a lasting contribution within a stable and innovative engineering business.

The Role:

Use AutoCAD Inventor to produce detailed mechanical designs and assemblies
Liaise with clients, engineers, and suppliers to ensure projects meet requirements
Manage design documentation, technical files, and production support
The Person:

Experienced Mechanical Design Engineer
Strong understanding of motors and drives, hydraulics, pneumatics, automation
Proficient in AutoCAD InventorReference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Mark wild at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications, and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates

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