Mechanical Design Engineer

Bedford
3 months ago
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Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

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Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Position: Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Bedford

Salary: £35,000- £48,000

Mechanical Design Engineer required for a robotics & automation company based in Bedford. The ideal candidate will be highly proficient in SolidWorks and have a strong background in mechanical design, product development, and manufacturing processes, additionally if you have experience in CNC machining it's a great bonus.

Mechanical Design Engineer Overview

Design robotic automation components and assemblies using SolidWorks.
Create 3D models, 2D drawings, and Bill of Materials (BOMs) for manufacturing.
Collaborate with electrical and software teams to ensure integrated system performance.
Conduct design reviews, feasibility studies, and tolerance analysis.
Support prototyping, testing, and validation of mechanical systems.
Optimize designs for cost, performance, and manufacturability (DFM/DFA).
Generate and maintain accurate engineering documentation.
Assist in troubleshooting and improving existing systems in the field.

Mechanical Design Engineer Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
3-5 years of experience in mechanical design, ideally in robotics or industrial automation.
Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks (assemblies, detail drawings, simulations).
Knowledge of mechanical systems, gears, actuators, and motion components.
Experience with materials selection and common manufacturing processes (machining, sheet metal, 3D printing).
Understanding of GD&T, FEA tools, and design validation techniques.
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Salary & Benefits

Salary- £35,000-£48,000
Overtime pay and stay away pay scheme
Cycle to work, pension scheme and other standard benefits.
Paid time off and holidays
Career development and advancement opportunities
Work in a collaborative, innovative, and fast-paced environment
Monday to Thursday 8am to 5pm Friday 8am to 1pm

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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