Mechanical Design Engineer

ATA Recruitment; Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Early finish on Friday

25 days annual leave

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

ATA Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for a market-leading engineering firm in Market Harborough. You will design the entire product package from concept to installation, using SolidWorks and FEA, and deliver detailed 3D and 2D drawings.

The role involves managing multiple projects, site visits, client consultations, and ensuring on-time delivery. Competitive GBP40k–GBP55k salary, DOE, with 25 days holiday and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Experience solving engineering problems and providing solutions.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and collaboration with clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Design entire product packages and components from concept to installation.
• Create 3D models and 2D drawings, with emphasis on 3D.
• Perform FEA calculations to validate designs.
• Attend site visits and consult with clients on requirements.
• Oversee fabrication and ensure timely delivery.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver projects.

Skills

Problem solving

Client facing

Communication

Project management

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Market Harborough, LE16

Salary: GBP40,000 – GBP55,000 (DOE)

24 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

The company:

Our client is a leading provider of mechanical engineering services in the area, designing, Manufacturing and installing Bespoke heavy–duty equipment and structures

Established in the area, they have built a strong reputation for delivering quality service at competitive prices.

As a business they are experiencing growth and a consistent large volume of incoming projects, as such they are looking to expand their design team to allow them to run additional projects simultaneously.

The currently employ around 60 employees across the business, with around 5–6 engineers in the design team.

The role:

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be an integral part of the close–knit design team, working on a variety of projects from initial conception to installation.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing the whole product and package as well as individual components
• Offering a cradle to grave solution
• Using SolidWorks + performing FEA calculations
• Producing both 3D and 2D drawing (With a large focus on 3D)
• Attending site visits and consulting clients to understand project requirements.
• Creating detailed workshop drawings and overseeing the fabrication process
• Managing multiple projects and ensuring timely delivery
• Collaborating with clients and internal teams

What we re looking for in a candidate:

• Previous use of SolidWorks, or a similar CAD Package
• A general understanding of engineering principles and the ability to problem solve.
• Experience designing conceptual models and building prototypes.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage your own workload.
• Capable of working within a customer facing role and offering a consultative service to clients
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently.

The Benefits:

• Competitive salary package – GBP40k – GBP55K Depending on experience.
• Office–based role, however flexible working can be offered
• Early finish on a Friday: 8am 5pm (Mon–Thu), 8am 12:30pm (Fri)
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

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