Mechanical Design Engineer

Coates Recruitment; Tetford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering recruitment firm in the UK seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer or a recent graduate for an exciting opportunity. In this hybrid role, you'll model and refine mechanical components using Autodesk Inventor, collaborate with project teams, and work on production-ready designs. Applicants should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and strong design skills. Join a supportive team where your designs will be tested and used in real-world applications.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Early finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (graduates are welcome to apply).
• Strong mechanical design skills, ideally with machinery or sheet metal design experience.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor.
• Experience creating BOMs and applying DFM principles.
• Eligibility to work in the UK; personal vehicle preferred due to site location.

Responsibilities

• Model and refine mechanical components using Autodesk Inventor and other engineering software.
• Draft and revise engineering drawings to meet client specifications.
• Produce Bills of Materials (BOMs) and basic design documentation.
• Apply DFM principles to ensure designs are practical and production ready.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, and other team members.
• Assist with sub-contractor and vendor communications.
• Help improve engineering processes and contribute to departmental initiatives.
• Record and monitor project hours to meet deadlines.

Skills

Mechanical design skills

Autodesk Inventor proficiency

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Role: Mechanical Design Engineer (open to graduate applications)

Salary: £30,000 to £40,000 DoE

Perks: Hybrid Working / Early finish on a Friday!

Build It. Model It. Bring It to Life.

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer or recent graduate looking for an exciting opportunity?

Do you want to join a globally renowned UK manufacturer where your Inventor skills will help turn concepts into production-ready designs?

If that sounds like you, keep reading.

The Opportunity

We're hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our clients innovative team.

In this role, you'll work on mechanical systems and control solutions, designing machinery and sheet metal components. You'll gain hands‑on experience, supporting engineering projects from concept through to full documentation and production.

This is a hybrid role, with 3 days on-site and 2 days remote, and an early finish at 12:30 pm on Fridays.

What You'll Be Doing

• Model and refine mechanical components using Autodesk Inventor and other engineering software.
• Draft and revise engineering drawings to meet client specifications and internal standards.
• Produce Bills of Materials (BOMs) and basic design documentation.
• Apply DFM (Design for Manufacturing) principles to ensure designs are practical and production ready.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, and other team members to support ongoing projects.
• Assist with sub‑contractor and vendor communications related to technical information and documentation.
• Help improve engineering processes and contribute to departmental initiatives.
• Record and monitor your project hours and ensure deadlines are met.

What You'll Need

• Must-Haves:
• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (graduates are welcome to apply).
• Strong mechanical design skills, ideally with machinery or sheet metal design experience.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor
• Experience creating BOMs and applying DFM principles.
• Excellent problem‑solving, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Eligibility to work in the UK; personal vehicle preferred due to site location.

Why Join Us?

Your designs won't just stay in CAD, they'll be built, tested, and used in real‑world applications. You'll be part of a supportive, collaborative team that values innovation, practical problem‑solving, and continuous improvement.