Mechanical Design Engineer

ATA Recruitment; Geddington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Northamptonshire. The role involves designing machinery and leading projects using CAD tools. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge in sheet-metal fabrication, project management experience, and a passion for innovative engineering. With competitive salary and growth opportunities, this position is perfect for motivated professionals pursuing a rewarding career.

Benefits

Growth Opportunities

Internal and external training

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Strong structural and sheet-metal fabrication knowledge.
• Experience in steel manufacturing and heavy machinery design.
• Adherence to machinery directives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects independently and collaborate on larger ones.
• Utilize 3D modelling for design.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety requirements.
• Manage budgets for projects.
• Liaise with production and assembly teams.
• Conduct site visits and consultations.
• Create BOMs and installation manuals.

Skills

Mechanical Design Engineering

CAD design

Leadership

mentoring

relationship-building

Education

Open to various academic qualifications

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Northamptonshire

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday

Holidays: 24 days + Bank Holidays

Reference: BP 190

About Our Client

They specialise in the design and manufacture of heavy‑duty conveyors and other recycling equipment. The products are used to sort, transport, and transform waste in diverse industries, including waste management, warehousing, security shredding, and pulp and paper. With over 70 years of industry experience, the company prides itself on innovative and robust designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Oversee smaller projects independently and collaborate on larger projects as part of a team.
• Design: Utilize 3D modelling to design machinery and plant layouts, focusing on fabricated sheet‑metal products.
• Compliance: Ensure designs adhere to Machinery Directives and health & safety requirements.
• Budgeting: Manage budgets for equipment, materials, and labour hours.
• Collaboration: Liaise with sub‑contractors, production, and assembly teams.
• Site Visits: Conduct measurements and client consultations on site.
• Documentation: Create Bill of Materials (BOMs), costings, and installation manuals.

What They Offer

• Growth Opportunities: Pathways to progress within the business.
• Training: Internal and external training, including SolidWorks courses for those unfamiliar with the software.
• Supportive Environment: A relaxed atmosphere with a focus on staff well‑being and low turnover.

What They Are Looking For

• Experience: Mechanical Design Engineer with strong structural and sheet‑metal fabrication knowledge, steel manufacturing, and heavy machinery design.
• Skills: Proficiency in CAD design and adherence to machinery directives.
• Qualities: Leadership, mentoring abilities, commercial acumen, and strong relationship‑building skills.
• Qualifications: Open to various academic qualifications.

Why Join Them?

• Innovative Projects: Work on projects valued from £500k to £8 million.
• Strong Team: Collaborative environment with experienced personnel.
• Future Growth: Company plans to double production capacity with a solid order book.

We invite motivated and experienced project engineers to apply now and contribute to our continued success.

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.