Mechanical Design Engineer

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary £43,000

Cutting-edge automation projects

Engineering-led progression

Job summary

KO2 is recruiting a Mechanical Design Engineer for an engineering business in Newcastle that specialises in industrial automation solutions for manufacturing, process and robotics sectors. The role focuses on the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies used in automated machinery.

You will work closely with controls, manufacturing and project teams to deliver robust solutions, produce detailed 3D models and drawings, and support designs through prototype, test and

Qualifications

• Proven ability to produce detailed drawings and documentation to manufacturing standards.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience in mechanical design of complete machinery, fabrications and assemblies in automation environments.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical design and development of machine structures, enclosures, assemblies and components.
• Produce detailed 3D models and engineering drawings.
• Support designs through prototype, test and manufacture.
• Collaborate with controls, manufacturing and project teams.
• Ensure designs comply with Machinery Directive and industry standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

Inventor

CATIA

Job description

KO2 is working with a forward-thinking engineering business based in Newcastle that specialises in industrial automation solutions for the manufacturing, process, and robotics sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer to strengthen their engineering team.

The Role

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies used within automated machinery and production systems. You will work closely with controls, manufacturing, and project teams to deliver robust, high-quality engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical design and development of machine structures, enclosures, assemblies, and components
• Producing detailed 3D models and engineering drawings
• Supporting designs through prototype, test, and manufacture
• Working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, including controls and systems engineers
• Ensuring designs comply with technical, quality, and relevant industry standards, including Machinery Directive requirements

Skills & Experience

• Proficiency with Creo (preferred), or experience with SolidWorks, Inventor, or CATIA (all acceptable)
• Experience of mechanical design of complete machinery, fabrications, and assemblies within an industrial automation or production engineering environment
• Understanding of mechanical design for automated systems, robotics, or machine building is highly desirable
• Ability to produce detailed drawings and documentation to manufacturing standard
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £43,000
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge industrial automation solutions
• Supportive, engineering-led environment with clear opportunities for progression

If you are a Mechanical Design Engineer looking to work on technically challenging automated systems within a growing and innovative business, this is the role for you.