Mechanical Design Engineer

Ltek Recruitment Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Ltek Recruitment Ltd in Leicester is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop bespoke machinery and automation solutions. You will create 3D CAD models, assemblies and drawings for manufacture.

You will design with manufacturability, reliability and cost in mind, collaborate with production, suppliers and other disciplines, and support projects from concept through to completion.

A Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience producing detailed drawings for manufacture and assembly.
• Experience designing industrial machinery and moving assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Developing 3D CAD models, assemblies and detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Designing mechanical equipment incorporating moving components and mechanisms.
• Supporting projects from initial concept through manufacture, assembly and completion.
• Carrying out engineering calculations and selecting suitable materials and components.
• Preparing engineering documentation, bills of materials and technical information.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

Industrial machinery design

3D CAD software

DFM/DFA

Materials knowledge

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer – Bespoke Machinery & Automation

Location: Leicester, Leicestershire

Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time

What You’ll Be Doing

Working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, you’ll be involved in developing mechanical solutions for new machinery and existing equipment.

• Developing 3D CAD models, mechanical assemblies and detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Designing mechanical equipment incorporating moving components and mechanisms.
• Supporting projects from initial concept and development through manufacture, assembly and completion.
• Carrying out engineering calculations and selecting suitable materials and components.
• Designing with manufacturing, assembly, reliability and cost in mind.
• Working closely with manufacturing, production, suppliers and other engineering disciplines.
• Reviewing designs, resolving technical challenges and identifying improvements.
• Preparing engineering documentation, bills of materials and technical information.
• Supporting design reviews and ensuring appropriate engineering and safety standards are considered.
• Contributing to continuous improvement and product development activities.

What We’re Looking For

We’re particularly interested in speaking with Mechanical Design Engineers who have experience designing machinery, equipment or complex mechanical assemblies.

You’ll ideally bring:

• Practical experience in mechanical design engineering.
• Experience designing industrial machinery, mechanisms or moving assemblies.
• Proficiency in 3D mechanical CAD software.
• Sound understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
• Knowledge of materials, manufacturing methods and component selection.
• Experience producing detailed drawings for manufacture and assembly.
• An understanding of design for manufacture and assembly (DFM/DFA).
• Ability to solve practical engineering problems and develop workable design solutions.
• Experience collaborating with manufacturing teams and suppliers.

A Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent relevant engineering background would be advantageous.

Relevant Industry Backgrounds

Experience in any of the following areas could be particularly transferable:

• Special-purpose machinery
• Industrial automation equipment
• Manufacturing and production machinery
• Packaging and processing equipment
• Material handling and conveyor systems
• Rotating machinery and mechanical drive systems
• Bespoke engineered equipment
• Machine tools and industrial equipment

You don’t necessarily need experience in exactly the same industry. The key is being able to demonstrate machinery design experience and a strong understanding of how mechanical systems operate.

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

We’re looking for an engineer who enjoys the practical side of mechanical design.

Someone who can explain not just how a component was modelled, but why it was designed in a particular way, how it interacts with other components, how it will be manufactured and how the finished machine will operate.

You’ll be comfortable taking ownership of engineering challenges and working with others to turn concepts into reliable, manufacturable equipment.