Mechanical Design Engineer

Automation Experts Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering consultancy in Derby is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop detailed designs and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in mechanical design, particularly with manufactured parts. The role offers a salary of GBP50,000 – GBP60,000 plus bonuses and benefits such as flexitime and private medical.

Benefits

Bonus

33 days holiday

Flexitime

Enhanced Pension

Private Medical

Qualifications

• Prior experience in mechanical design, especially for manufactured parts and test rigs.
• Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing techniques.
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA).

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed mechanical designs, models, and drawings using SolidWorks CAD.
• Ensure designs meet project, functional, performance, and manufacturability requirements.
• Lead internal and external design reviews; provide technical direction to team members.

Skills

Mechanical design engineering

Problem-solving

Project management

Collaboration

Prototype testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

Job description

A well–established engineering consultancy specialising in bespoke R&D solutions across sectors such as aerospace, automotive, and energy. Known for its hands–on, end–to–end project delivery, the company offers engineers the opportunity to work on technically diverse and innovative systems, including test rigs, control panels, and advanced instrumentation. With a collaborative team culture, modern facilities, and exposure to real client impact, it provides an ideal environment for developing practical engineering skills and contributing to meaningful, high–performance projects.

Mechanical Design Engineer

GBP50,000 – GBP60,000 + Bonus + 33 days holiday + Flexitime + Enhanced Pension + Private Medical

Derbyshire. Ref: 24123

The role would suit someone with a mechanical design engineering technical background with design and detailing experience who enjoys solving mechanical design and assembly challenges

Mechanical Design Engineer – The Role:

• Develop detailed mechanical designs, models, and drawings using SolidWorks CAD
• Ensure designs meet project, functional, performance, and manufacturability requirements
• Perform tolerance analysis, material selection, and stress calculations
• Review of technical documentation and check engineering drawing
• Lead internal and external design reviews; provide technical direction to team members
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including software/control engineers, electrical engineers, and technicians/manufacturing engineers
• Manage multiple projects, prioritising tasks, and ensuring deadlines are met
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and external service providers
• Conduct prototype testing and validate designs against specifications

Mechanical Design Engineer – The Person:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or related discipline
• Prior experience in mechanical design, especially for manufactured parts and test rigs
• Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software
• Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing techniques, and relevant industry standards
• Strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA)
• Background in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, or research and development (R&D) beneficial
• Skilled in developing Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
• General understanding of electrical systems and software/control equipment integration

For further information call John Anderson