Hands-On Mechanical Design Engineer: Concept to Production

ReeVR; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ReeVR in the United Kingdom is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer to own mechanical products from concept through to production release. You will produce detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies and manufacturing drawings, applying dimensioning and tolerancing, and work with suppliers and internal teams to deliver reliable, cost-effective engineering solutions.

With at least 18 months of experience in mechanical design, you’ll contribute to New Product Development, testing and production

Qualifications

• At least 18 months experience in mechanical design or product development.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection moulding, castings, sheet metal, extrusions, machining, fabrication).
• Experience applying DFM, DFA, FMEA, root‑cause analysis, material selection and tolerance analysis.
• Understanding of statics, kinematics, dynamics and supporting calculations.
• Understanding of gears, motors, drive systems or mechanical actuation systems.
• Knowledge of connectors, cables and ingress‑protected enclosures.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of mechanical products from concept through to production release.
• Produce detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies and manufacturing drawings with GD&T.
• Apply DFM, DFA, FMEA and related quality principles.
• Support new product development, product introduction and value engineering.
• Prepare engineering change notices and ensure documentation is up to date.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve issues and support production.
• Plan and perform product verification, prototype testing and data analysis.
• Generate technical specifications, test reports and engineering documentation.
• Investigate issues, identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in design reviews and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Good communication

Prioritization

Hands-on

Tools

3D CAD (proficiency)

Job description

ReeVR in the United Kingdom is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer to own mechanical products from concept through to production release. You will produce detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies and manufacturing drawings, applying dimensioning and tolerancing, and work with suppliers and internal teams to deliver reliable, cost-effective engineering solutions.

With at least 18 months of experience in mechanical design, you’ll contribute to New Product Development, testing and production