Junior Mechanical Design Engineer - Heavy Machinery CAD

Bennett & Game Recruitment; Ashford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

5 weeks holiday

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Ashford, Kent, to join a specialist manufacturer of heavy machinery and extrusion tooling. You will design customer-specific production equipment, create 3D CAD models, and support machinery development for a global customer base.

The role requires a mechanical engineering qualification, CAD experience, and a willingness to travel 2–3 times per year. Office-based, permanent position with competitive salary.

Qualifications

• HND or higher qualification in Mechanical Engineering
• Graduates will be considered
• Experience using AutoCAD and Inventor or other 3D CAD packages
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and how they apply to mechanical design
• Willingness to travel internationally (2–3 trips per year)
• Knowledge of metal machining and hydraulics/pneumatics is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Undertaking mechanical design work across heavy machinery, extrusion tooling and process plant.
• Designing customer-specific production equipment, often one-off.
• Producing mechanical designs using AutoCAD, Inventor or other 3D CAD packages.
• Supporting the design and development of machinery and associated equipment.
• Producing technical documentation for equipment and engineering projects.
• Providing technical support to a global customer base.
• Working closely with manufacturing to ensure designs are suitable for production.
• Reporting directly to the Chief Engineer.

Education

HND or higher in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

3D CAD

Job description

Bennett & Game Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Ashford, Kent, to join a specialist manufacturer of heavy machinery and extrusion tooling. You will design customer-specific production equipment, create 3D CAD models, and support machinery development for a global customer base.

The role requires a mechanical engineering qualification, CAD experience, and a willingness to travel 2–3 times per year. Office-based, permanent position with competitive salary.