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Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Hampshire is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Chandlers Ford. This role offers hands-on involvement across the full product lifecycle, including design and documentation for mechanical components. Candidates should possess strong CAD skills, a relevant degree, and experience in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
Strong CAD skills, preferably SolidWorks.
Qualified to Degree or HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering.

Responsibilities

Design and detail mechanical assemblies for pump units.
Produce BOMs, technical drawings, and specifications.
Lead projects through concept to production handover.

Skills

3D CAD skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Degree or HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

FEA skills

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A group of engineering companies based in Hampshire is expanding their design capability and seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Chandlers Ford.

With a long-standing reputation for delivering high-performance pump systems, they are investing in innovation, product development, and quality engineering processes. This Mechanical Design Engineer role offers hands-on involvement across the full product lifecycle from concept design to manufacturing handover supporting both new product introduction and continuous improvement across the product range.

Youll take ownership of mechanical design activity, ensuring compliance with CE/UKCA standards while producing accurate specifications, drawings, and documentation. The role also includes leading small to medium projects and supporting the design and build of mechanical components, assemblies, and lifting structures.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Design and detail mechanical assemblies for diesel and electric-driven pump units
Produce BOMs, technical drawings, and specifications to international and internal standards
Create designs for castings, machined parts, fabricated structures, and sheet metal components
Ensure lifting structures and support frames meet safety standards and are compliant with CE/UKCA
Lead NPI projects through concept, testing, and production handover stages
Liaise with production, suppliers, and internal departments to resolve issues and improve efficiency
Support the development of cost-effective, manufacturable, and high-quality solutions
Maintain design records and documentation in accordance with QA and engineering procedures

Skills & Experience Required

Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer in a manufacturing or engineering environment
Strong 3D CAD skills SolidWorks preferred (with SolidWorks PDM Pro or similar)
Sound knowledge of FEA, stress analysis, and mechanical systems (bearings, shaft design etc.)
Experience designing castings (aluminium/iron), machined parts, and welded/fabricated structures
Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple projects
Confident communicator who collaborates well across Engineering, Manufacturing and Supply Chain functions
Qualified to Degree or HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or similar experience

Desirable Experience

Background in centrifugal or positive displacement pump design
Knowledge of diesel engine installations and low-voltage DC electrical systems
Familiarity with injection moulding or vacuum-formed plastic components

Summary

Position: Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Chandlers Ford, Hampshire

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + Bonus + benefits

Start Date: ASAP

Apply: Open now

If youre a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience in designing real-world engineering products and youre ready to lead on meaningful design projects, wed love to hear from you.

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