Mechanical Design Engineer

Pertemps Gloucester; Painswick; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established automation and engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their expanding design team. This role involves designing custom automation systems and requires a strong background in machinery design, including experience with Autodesk Inventor. The package includes a salary of up to £50,000, private healthcare, a contributory pension scheme, and collaborative team opportunities.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Contributory pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Spot bonuses for outstanding contributions

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in the design of industrial automation machinery or special‑purpose equipment.
• Proven experience designing bespoke machines, conveyors, or complex sub‑assemblies.
• Eligible to work and live in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new and existing components for custom automation systems.
• Produce Bills of Materials and technical documentation.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal engineering teams throughout the design lifecycle.

Skills

Design of industrial automation machinery

Strong working knowledge of Autodesk Inventor

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Full‑time Permanent – Up to £50,000 DOE – Location: North Gloucestershire (between Cheltenham & Tewkesbury)

We are recruiting on behalf of a well‑established and fast‑growing automation and engineering business seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their expanding design team. This is an excellent opportunity for a creative and technically skilled engineer with a strong background in bespoke automation machinery design, including complex sub‑assemblies, conveyors, and special‑purpose machinery. You’ll be involved from concept through to completion developing innovative mechanical solutions that integrate seamlessly into fully automated systems. Working with a close‑knit team of engineers, you’ll design, detail, and deliver projects that genuinely make an impact in modern manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop new and existing components and assemblies for custom automation systems
• Work from concept to detailed 3D design using Autodesk Inventor
• Produce Bills of Materials (BoMs) and technical documentation
• Support site layout design and contribute to project reviews
• Liaise with suppliers and internal engineering teams throughout the design lifecycle
• Ensure designs meet performance, quality, and cost requirements
• Support testing, build, and commissioning stages where required

Essential Skills & Experience

• 5+ years’ experience in the design of industrial automation machinery or special‑purpose equipment
• Strong working knowledge of Autodesk Inventor (able to hit the ground running)
• Proven experience designing bespoke machines, conveyors, or complex sub‑assemblies
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Confident producing design documentation and collaborating cross‑functionally
• Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering preferred
• Eligible to work and live in the UK
• Must have own transport (rural site location)

Package & Benefits

• Salary up to £50,000 DOE
• Private healthcare (including partner and children) after 3‑month probation
• Contributory pension scheme
• 21 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Spot bonuses for outstanding contributions
• Collaborative team environment with ongoing development opportunities

📞 Interested? Apply online today or visit us at: Pertemps Gloucester Unit 4A, Elmbridge Court, Cheltenham Road East, Gloucester, GL3 1JZ, Open Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00. Call us for more information: (phone number removed)