Mechanical Design Engineer

g2 Recruitment; Rostock; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with a focus on automation to work on innovative machinery projects in Rostock. The role requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree and 3–5 years of related experience. Strong CAD skills are essential, along with the ability to work closely with automation components. This position offers a hybrid work model and is ideal for candidates fluent in both German and English.

Qualifikationen

• 3–5+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical design for automation systems.
• Knowledge of motion control and module design principles.
• Ability to perform tolerance analyses and FEA/stress calculations.

Aufgaben

• Design and revise 3D CAD models and 2D technical drawings.
• Perform tolerance analyses, DFM/DFA reviews, and basic FEA/stress calculations.
• Support design reviews and assist in prototyping and testing.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical design for automation systems

CAD skills (SolidWorks, Inventor, Siemens NX, CATIA, Creo)

Fluent in German and English

Understanding of automation components

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Siemens NX

CATIA

Creo

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

My client is seeking a technically sharp, self-motivated professional to support high-impact machinery and automation system development projects across Germany.

You'll be contributing to the design and development of automated industrial equipment used in the renewables sector, helping bring innovative, efficient, and scalable solutions to life.

Role: Mechanical Design Engineer (Automation Focus)

Duration: 6–9 months

Industry: Machinery Manufacturing | Industrial Automation | Renewables

Rate: Negotiable (€ per hour)

Location: Hybrid | Rostock, Germany

Responsibilities

• Design and revise 3D CAD models and 2D technical drawings for automated machinery and systems.
• Perform tolerance analyses, DFM/DFA reviews, and basic FEA/stress calculations.
• Prepare BOMs, assembly instructions, and detailed technical documentation.
• Work closely with controls engineers, suppliers, and external fabricators to integrate mechanical systems with automation components (e.g., actuators, sensors, conveyors).
• Support design reviews, implement feedback, and assist in the prototyping and testing of automated solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical design for automation systems, industrial machinery, or production equipment.
• Strong CAD skills (SolidWorks / Inventor / Siemens NX / CATIA / Creo).
• Understanding of automation components (pneumatics, servos, linear actuators) and integration considerations.
• Ability to design for motion control, modularity, and maintainability.
• Ideally fluent in both German and English.

For more details please call Christin Rabone on [phone] or email with an updated CV. Alternatively, if you know someone who may be interested in this role, please feel free to forward it to them.

*If you do not have the relevant experience within Mechanical Design Engineering in the DACH Region, please do not apply, as you will not make the shortlist*