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Mechanical Design Engineer - Automation and Robotics Machinery

Castle Donington
6 months ago
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Mechanical Design Engineer - Automation and Robotics Machinery
£40,000 - £50,000 per annum + Bonus + Flexi Hours + Benefits
Monday - Friday
Castle Donnington
Commutable from Arnold, Beeston, Burton upon Trent, Derby, Hucknall, Long Eaton, Loughborough, Nottingham, Swadlincote, West Bridgford

Are you looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer Role that will offer great work life balance through flexible hours and early finishes on a Friday?

Are you looking to work for an industry leading manufacturer that can offer multiple genuine pathways for progression alongside a first-class training scheme?

This company specialise in the design and manufacture of bespoke fully automated machinery at their state-of-the-art facility in Castle Donnington. They hold an impressive list of high-profile clients who they consistently deliver an array of technically challenging projects for.

Due to continued growth, they are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to come on board who can work towards a senior position from day one. Your role will be responsible for designing fully automated special purpose machinery. Day to day you will be using SolidWorks however experience with other CAD packages will be considered for this position.

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious Mechanical Design Engineer looking for career progression and development in their next role without having to sacrifice on work life balance.

For more information please click apply and contact - Alex Harrison - REF 4312 - (phone number removed)

The Role:

  • Designing automated special purpose machinery
  • Working concept through to completion
  • Flexible hours available

    The Candidate:
  • Experience designing automated machinery, robotics or similar
  • Previous experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer or similar role
  • Commutable to Derby

    elix sourcing solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment.

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