Mechanical Design Engineer

IN2-AV Recruitment: International AV Staffing Solutions; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based manufacturing business seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their multidisciplinary team. You will oversee full-cycle design work for various engineered products, transforming concepts into manufacturable solutions. A strong background in CAD and experience in fabrication and manufacturing are essential for this role.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Monday to Friday working hours

Employee perks including discount programs

Cycle-to-work scheme

Green car options

Qualifications

• Experience in a mechanical design role within fabrication or manufacturing.
• Strong CAD skills with a focus on producing detailed drawings and BOMs.
• Background in metal structures or engineered products is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate 2D and 3D CAD models and technical drawings.
• Create and manage Bills of Materials in collaboration with teams.
• Solve technical design challenges related to cost, materials, and buildability.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Design-for-production principles

Ability to manage multiple projects

Attention to detail

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

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We’re working on behalf of a UK-based manufacturing business involved in the design and production of engineered structures and technology enclosures used in public and commercial environments. Due to continued growth, they’re seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their multidisciplinary team.

This is a great opportunity to take ownership of full-cycle design work across a range of fabricated products - combining aesthetics with functionality and real-world performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce accurate 2D and 3D CAD models and technical drawings for manufacturing and assembly
• Prepare documentation for client sign-off, production, and on-site installation
• Create and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs) in collaboration with electrical and fabrication teams
• Work within structured processes and internal data management systems
• Solve technical and practical design challenges related to cost, materials, transport, and buildability
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure designs are production-ready and installation-friendly
• Provide updates on design progress and flag potential risks to timelines or budgets
• Support improvement initiatives across design, production, and quality control functions

What You’ll Need

• Experience working in a mechanical design role, ideally within fabrication, manufacturing, or industrial product development
• Strong CAD proficiency (AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks or similar)
• A background in metal structures, enclosures, or engineered products is highly desirable
• Good understanding of manufacturing techniques and design-for-production principles
• Organised, self-motivated and able to manage multiple live projects
• Collaborative mindset with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with production, engineering, and procurement

Desirable Qualifications

• HNC/HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Familiarity with PDM systems and structured design documentation
• CSCS Card or CDM-related training (not essential)

What’s on Offer

• Salary of £35,000 – £45,000, depending on experience
• Company pension scheme
• Monday to Friday working hours (8-hour days)
• Employee perks including discount programs, cycle-to-work scheme, and green car options
• Opportunity to work on visible, real-world products used daily in public and commercial spaces

If you're a practical design engineer who enjoys turning concepts into manufacturable, real-world products, this could be your next step.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Design

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting and Manufacturing

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