Mechanical Design Engineer

Rac Motoring Services; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive engineering company in Uxbridge is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop mechanical components for automotive chassis and suspension applications. The ideal candidate will have strong CAD skills, proven product design experience, and a hands-on approach to engineering. This role offers a competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000, along with opportunities to work on exciting projects in a modern facility. The position is on-site at the Uxbridge factory.

Benefits

Company-wide bonus scheme

Training on Autodesk Fusion

Hands-on involvement in product development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical product design and development.
• Strong CAD skills, preferably with SolidWorks, Inventor, or Creo.
• Good understanding of vehicles and chassis systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components for automotive applications.
• Create production-ready CAD models and tooling.
• Manage multiple development projects concurrently.

Skills

Mechanical product design

CAD skills

Project management

CNC machining knowledge

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Creo

Autodesk Fusion

Job description

This is an on‑site, hands‑on mechanical engineering role based at our Uxbridge factory, working closely with manufacturing and testing. You will be responsible for the design, development, and delivery of mechanical components, working closely with manufacturing and testing to bring products from initial concept through to production.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components for automotive chassis and suspension applications
• Create production‑ready CAD models, tooling and drawings (we use Autodesk Fusion)
• Own products through the full development cycle (concept, design, prototyping, testing, and release to manufacture)
• Apply real‑world understanding of vehicles, chassis systems, and component interfaces
• Support hands‑on development, fitting, and problem‑solving where required
• Incorporate feedback from manufacturing, testing, and real‑world use into designs

Manufacturing & CNC Awareness

• Design components suitable for in‑house CNC machining
• Understand machining processes, tolerances, tooling constraints, and finishes
• Work closely with machinists to optimise designs for efficient manufacture

Project Management & Organisation

• Manage multiple development projects concurrently
• Use internal tools such as Trello to plan, track, and report project progress
• Maintain clear documentation and ensure designs are released in a controlled and organised manner
• This is a technical, design‑led role, with project ownership rather than formal people management.

Mechanical Design Engineer £45,000 - £50,000 + International Business + Exciting Design Projects + Modern Facility + Excellent Company Benefits Uxbridge, Middlesex.

We are looking to add a hands‑on Mechanical Design Engineer to our engineering team – someone with proven product design and development experience, strong practical engineering instincts, and a genuine enthusiasm for cars and performance engineering. While experience in the performance aftermarket is beneficial, it is not essential. We value strong transferable engineering skills, attitude, and enthusiasm over niche sector experience.

Applicants with strong mechanical design experience from other industries are encouraged to apply.

Essential Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical product design and development
• Strong CAD skills (experience with SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, etc. welcomed – Fusion training will be provided as required)
• Practical engineering experience beyond theory
• Good understanding of vehicles, chassis systems, or mechanical assemblies
• Knowledge of CNC machining processes and design‑for‑manufacture principles
• Ability to manage projects thoroughly and independently

Desirable Qualifications

• Hands‑on motorsport, vehicle maintenance, or workshop experience
• Experience designing low‑volume or specialist mechanical components
• Interest in performance cars, motorsport, or automotive engineering

What We’re Looking For

• A capable, practical engineer with a track record of delivering real products
• Someone organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple projects
• An engineer with the enthusiasm and attitude to work in a fast‑moving performance car environment
• The ability to work independently but also to work with and assist other design team members
• Willingness to get involved, learn, and take ownership of designs

Benefits & Compensation

• £35,000 - £45,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Company‑wide bonus scheme
• On‑site role at our Uxbridge factory
• Hands‑on involvement in real product development and manufacture
• Short design‑to‑production cycles
• Training on Autodesk Fusion if required
• The opportunity to work in a technically engaging performance automotive environment

Powerflex are the world leader in high‑performance chassis and suspension components for the automotive performance aftermarket and motorsport.