Mechanical Design Engineer

FC Engineering Recruitment Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

FC Engineering Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Bristol. You will lead the design of machinery and mechanical components, producing 3D models and detailed drawings throughout development, manufacture and assembly.

The role emphasizes design for manufacture, cost efficiency, and close collaboration with production teams to deliver robust, practical solutions. A relevant engineering degree or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical design for machinery.
• Experience with sheet metal folding, bending and fabrication.
• Ability to produce clear manufacturing drawings.
• Knowledge of materials, tolerances and manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication with production teams.

Responsibilities

• Design machinery and assemblies to requirements.
• Create 3D CAD models and detailed drawings.
• Select materials and processes for cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to resolve issues.
• Manage revisions and documentation.
• Support machinery builds, testing and maintenance.

Skills

3D CAD proficiency

Sheet metal design

Fabricated assemblies

Design for manufacture

Engineering drawings

Machinery design

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree or HNC/HND

Tools

3D CAD software

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Bristol
Salary: 35,000 to 55,000
Job Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full–time

We are an engineering and manufacturing business based in Bristol, looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team.

This is an opportunity to work on machinery and mechanical equipment, taking designs from initial requirements through to detailed drawings, manufacture and assembly.

The role will suit an engineer who enjoys practical mechanical design, with experience in sheet metal, fabricated assemblies and machinery. You will work closely with our manufacturing team to develop designs that are functional, cost–effective and straightforward to produce.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Designing and developing machinery, mechanical components and assemblies
• Producing 3D CAD models and detailed manufacturing drawings
• Designing sheet metal components, folded parts, frames and fabricated assemblies
• Developing layouts and assemblies to meet customer and project requirements
• Selecting suitable materials, bought–out components and manufacturing processes
• Applying design for manufacture and assembly principles
• Considering tolerances, clearances and access for assembly and maintenance
• Preparing bills of materials and maintaining technical documentation
• Working with production teams and suppliers to resolve manufacturing queries
• Supporting machinery builds, testing and practical problem–solving
• Improving existing designs to reduce costs and improve performance
• Managing drawing revisions and engineering changes

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer or similar role
• Experience designing machinery, mechanical equipment or fabricated products
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software
• Experience with sheet metal design, including folding, bending and fabrication
• An understanding of welded structures and mechanical assemblies
• The ability to produce clear, accurate manufacturing drawings
• Good knowledge of materials, tolerances and manufacturing processes
• Experience designing for manufacture and assembly
• A practical approach to engineering and problem–solving
• Good communication skills and confidence working with manufacturing teams
• A relevant engineering degree, HNC, HND or equivalent experience

If you're a Mechanical Design Engineer who enjoys machinery design and seeing your work take shape on the workshop floor, we'd like to hear from you.