Mechanical Design Engineer

Rise Technical; Wales; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing manufacturing firm in Cardiff is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and optimize complex machinery. You will work with an experienced team on all project phases, from concept to commissioning. This role offers great opportunities for career progression, continued training, and a comprehensive benefits package, including a bonus scheme, holidays, and free lunches.

Benefits

Up to 20% Bonus

Career Progression

33 Days Holiday

Pension

Free Lunches

Free Fruit

Qualifications

• Background in complex mechanical design.
• Experience with 3D CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Exposure to large-scale or heavy industrial machinery design.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimisation of manufacturing machinery and production lines.
• Work within an experienced, multi-disciplinary engineering team.
• End-to-end involvement from concept through to commissioning.
• Receive ongoing training and career development opportunities.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD software

Complex machinery design

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Cardiff

30,000- 55,000 + Up to 20% Bonus + Career Progression + 33 Days Holiday + Pension + Free Lunches + Free Fruit

Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking for a new challenge working on complex, special-purpose manufacturing machinery?

Do you want to join a rapidly expanding, market-leading organisation that can offer genuine long-term progression and development?

Based in South Wales, this business is one of the UK's fastest-growing manufacturers, with a strong track record of continued success. With multiple industry awards and international recognition for their innovative technology, they are now entering an exciting phase of growth. As part of their expanding in-house design team, you will play a key role in machinery development for their South Wales facility, as well as supporting future overseas production projects.

In this role, you will be part of a close-knit engineering team responsible for the design, development, and optimisation of cutting-edge automated manufacturing systems. You will be involved across the full project lifecycle, from initial specification and concept design through to detailed development, procurement, build, installation, and commissioning support. You will ensure production equipment meets reliability, quality, and machinery safety compliance standards. The company primarily use SolidWorks, so experience with this or a similar 3D CAD package is advantageous. You will also receive continued support and training to further your technical skills and career progression.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience in complex machinery projects who wants to make a real impact within a business with ambitious growth plans.

The Role

• Design and optimisation of manufacturing machinery and production lines
• Working within an experienced, multi-disciplinary engineering team
• End-to-end involvement from concept through to commissioning
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

The Person

• Background in complex mechanical design
• Experience using 3D CAD software - SolidWorks preferred
• Exposure to large-scale or heavy industrial machinery design

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Jeremy Nicholls at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.