Mechanical Design Engineer

Cortech Talent Solutions Ltd; Saltash; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Saltash is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop products from concept to production. This role requires a BSc/BEng in Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years of industry experience, particularly in 3D CAD software and CNC machining. Compensation ranges from £35,000 to £50,000 annually, with benefits including a pension contribution and generous annual leave. Applicants must have strong interpersonal skills and a proactive attitude.

Benefits

5% employer pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays

Theatre Royal Plymouth sponsorship

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years industry experience.
• Experience developing concepts from requirements.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop products from concept through to production.
• Provide innovative solutions to mechanical design challenges.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Skills

Proficiency in 3D CAD software

CNC machining (plastics and metals)

Plastic injection moulding

Prototyping electro‑mechanical solutions

Experience creating BOMs

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills

Education

BSc / BEng in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks 3D CAD

Job description

Role : Mechanical Design Engineer

Location : Saltash, Cornwall (100% onsite)

Experience Required : Minimum 3 years

Salary : £35,000–£50,000 per annum (DOE)

About the Role

This is a 100% onsite position due to the sensitive nature of the work. A full DBS check is required, covering financial, residential, and criminal history for the past 10 years. Applicants must have no unexplained career gaps or unaccounted time abroad.

You will join a globally established organisation, working alongside highly skilled engineers, developers, and manufacturing teams to design and develop innovative products that protect people and assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop products from concept through to production.
• Provide innovative, practical solutions to mechanical design challenges.
• Prototype, test, and refine designs before production release.
• Research new materials, technologies, and manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, internal departments, and suppliers.
• Create concept designs based on customer requirements.
• Design components using manufacturing techniques such as:
  • Plastic injection moulding
  • CNC machining (plastics and metals)
  • Sheet metal
  • Vacuum forming
  • Aluminium and plastic extrusions
• Build and evaluate prototypes.
• Liaise with suppliers to optimise designs for manufacture.
• Produce product costings and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Draft drawings and associated documentation.
• Write engineering change notes to release products into production.

Qualifications & Training (Essential)

• BSc / BEng in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience)

Technical Experience (Essential)

• Minimum 5 years industry experience
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software
• Experience developing concepts from requirements
• CNC machining (plastics and metals)
• Plastic injection moulding
• Prototyping electro‑mechanical solutions
• Experience creating BOMs
• Product testing and evaluation
• Technical report writing
• Competent user of Microsoft Office

Technical Experience (Desirable)

• SolidWorks 3D CAD
• Experience with sheet metal, vacuum forming, and extrusion processes
• Experience working within strict QA and inspection guidelines

Qualities & Attributes

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to explain complex concepts clearly
• Good listening, diplomacy, and negotiation skills
• Self‑motivated, hardworking, and eager to learn
• Confident, enthusiastic, and proactive
• Able to work independently and within a team
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• Willingness to travel internationally

Benefits

• 5% employer pension contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme (Westfield Health)
• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced annual leave and sickness entitlement with service
• Theatre Royal Plymouth sponsorship – opportunity to win show tickets
• 39‑hour working week with a 1pm Friday finish

How to apply

Please send your CV to [e-mail]