Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

MasterMover Ltd; Compton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme Life Assurance Retail &

Gym Discounts Virtual GP Access

Employee Assistance Programme CounSELL

Counselling Support Cycle to Work

Job summary

MasterMover Ltd in Ashbourne, Derbyshire, is seeking a Design Engineer at either Design Engineer or Senior Design Engineer level to influence product performance and manufacturability. You will work across our established machine portfolio, improving current products and helping develop robust new components, assemblies and systems.

You will collaborate closely with Production, Purchasing, Quality and the wider Engineering team, combining sound analysis with hands-on feedback from the shop

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD: Solid Edge, SolidWorks, or similar.
• Ability to read and produce technical drawings and specs.
• Experience with sheet metal fabrication, welded fabrications and machined parts.
• Interest in cost-effective, user-centered design.
• Methodical problem-solving with attention to detail.
• Collaborative, proactive attitude to take initiative and see work through to release.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies and systems from concept to detailed design release.
• Create accurate 3D models, 2D drawings, specifications and documentation.
• Improve performance, robustness, cost, manufacturability and serviceability of existing products.
• Apply design for manufacture across sheet metal, fabricated and machined components.
• Work with Production to capture real-world feedback and resolve design/manufacturing issues.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Quality and others on cost reduction and quality improvements.
• Support prototypes, testing, validation and field evaluation.
• Contribute to design reviews and engineering continuous improvement.
• Ensure designs meet functional requirements and internal processes.

Skills

Mechanical design principles

3D CAD

Sheet metal fabrication

Education

Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Solid Edge

SolidWorks

Job description

MasterMover Ltd in Ashbourne, Derbyshire, is seeking a Design Engineer at either Design Engineer or Senior Design Engineer level to influence product performance and manufacturability. You will work across our established machine portfolio, improving current products and helping develop robust new components, assemblies and systems.

You will collaborate closely with Production, Purchasing, Quality and the wider Engineering team, combining sound analysis with hands-on feedback from the shop