Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Reevr Talent Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to work on complex electromechanical systems. This hands-on role involves producing and updating mechanical designs while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in mechanical design, proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD, and possess strong problem-solving skills. An opportunity to mentor junior engineers is also available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical design, including producing complex drawings and models.
• Understanding of working to standards in regulated or high-compliance environments.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers or apprentices is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support team members, helping them develop professionally.
• Produce and update mechanical designs, assembly, and detailed drawings.
• Identify effective engineering solutions to tasks and projects.

Skills

Mechanical design

Proficient in Autodesk Inventor

Proficient in AutoCAD

Understanding of regulated environments

MS Office applications

Education

HNC/HND in mechanical engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

We are looking for a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to join a team working on complex electromechanical systems for highly regulated markets. The role is hands on and involves designing mechanical structures, rotating drives, and integrated control systems while ensuring all work meets industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support team members, helping them develop professionally.
• Produce and update mechanical designs, assembly, and detailed drawings using company CAD tools.
• Identify effective engineering solutions to tasks and projects, keeping work on schedule and aligned with standards.
• Prepare documentation, datasheets, and designs to support costing, testing, and production.
• Work closely with production, project management, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure engineering outputs meet overall objectives.
• Monitor technical delivery, safety, and compliance, highlighting potential risks.
• Attend design reviews and create technical reports as needed.

Required Experience and Skills

• HNC/HND or equivalent in mechanical engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in mechanical design, including producing complex drawings and models.
• Proficient in Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD.
• Understanding of working to standards in regulated or high–compliance environments.
• Competent with MS Office applications.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers or apprentices is desirable.

Personal Attributes

• Strong problem–solving skills and creative thinking.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good time management and ability to work to deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

This is an opportunity to contribute to technically challenging projects in a secure, growing engineering environment where innovation and precision are essential.

If you are interested please get in touch with Bella from ReeVR Talent.