Mechanical Design Engineer

Reevr; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5-hour working week

Salary sacrifice pension

Optional private healthcare

Death in service payment

Employee benefit scheme

Permanently office-based with ad-hoc W

Job summary

Reevr is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to own and lead mechanical design activities, from concept through commissioning, on specialist machinery projects. You will produce 3D CAD models and drawings, manage BOMs, and implement changes during build, while engaging with production teams and customers.

The role requires hands-on, collaborative individuals with strong CAD skills and experience in automation equipment; CE compliance and risk assessments knowledge is valued.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer.
• Experience with special purpose machinery or automation equipment.
• Knowledge of BOM management and MRP systems.
• Understanding of CE compliance and risk assessments.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design activities on assigned projects.
• Produce and maintain 3D CAD models, drawings and assemblies.
• Implement engineering changes during build and commissioning.
• Maintain BOMs, drawing registers and project documentation.
• Mentor junior designers and support CAD skills development.
• Support production, spares, and servicing enquiries.
• Lead internal design reviews and customer-facing discussions.
• Ensure parts loaded and maintained in the MRP system.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Mentoring

Communication

Hands-on mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

MRP systems

Job description

Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join a leading specialist machinery manufacturer. The company designs and builds high-precision automated production equipment used in a variety of sectors, including industrial manufacturing and bespoke automation solutions.

This role is ideal for someone who wants to take ownership of projects, work closely with production teams, and be involved hands-on during build and commissioning to gain deeper insights into the machines.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design activities on assigned projects


• Produce and maintain 3D CAD models, manufacturing drawings, and assemblies


• Implement engineering changes during build and commissioning


• Maintain accurate BOMs, drawing registers, and project documentation


• Lead internal design review meetings


• Support customer-facing technical discussions and design reviews


• Ensure all parts and assemblies are correctly loaded and maintained in the MRP system


• Assist with CE compliance, machinery risk assessments, and technical documentation


• Mentor junior designers and support development of CAD/drafting skills


• Support production, spares, and servicing enquiries

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer


• Strong 3D CAD skills (SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar)


• Experience with special purpose machinery, automation systems, or bespoke production equipment


• Knowledge of BOM management, MRP systems, and engineering change control


• Understanding of CE compliance and machinery risk assessments


• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach


• Hands-on mindset and comfortable engaging with production and commissioning teams

Benefits

• 37.5-hour working week (8:15–16:30 Mon–Thu, 8:15–16:30 Fri)


• Salary sacrifice pension scheme


• Optional private healthcare


• Death in service payment


• Employee benefit scheme (discounts/offers)


• Permanently office-based role, with ad-hoc WFH possible when approved