Mechanical Design Engineer – Bespoke Machinery & Innovation

Internetwork Expert; Leicester; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Company bonus scheme

Stakeholder Pension

25 days annual leave

Relocation assistance

Training and Personal Development

Job summary

Ridgway Machines in Leicester is seeking two Mechanical Design Engineers for the hands-on design and development of bespoke machinery. You will produce calculations, drawings, assemblies and documentation to deliver innovative customer solutions throughout the machine lifecycle.

Working with experienced engineers, you will move from concept through manufacture, installation and delivery, with occasional customer interaction and travel. Strong CAD, DFMA knowledge and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience producing mechanical designs in engineering/manufacturing.
• Strong engineering analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Experience creating engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• 3D CAD modelling experience.
• Understanding of materials selection and manufacturing processes.
• Appreciation of DFM and DFA principles.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems and bespoke machinery solutions.
• Produce engineering calculations, technical drawings, assemblies and BOMs.
• Support R&D activities across projects.
• Participate in design reviews ensuring quality, cost and delivery objectives.
• Consider machine safety, risk assessment and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to support build/delivery.
• Work with suppliers to identify and implement new technologies.
• Liaise with customers, presenting technical solutions and supporting discussions.
• Create technical documentation and operating manuals.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD modelling

DFM/ DFA

Engineering calculations

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Ridgway Machines in Leicester is seeking two Mechanical Design Engineers for the hands-on design and development of bespoke machinery. You will produce calculations, drawings, assemblies and documentation to deliver innovative customer solutions throughout the machine lifecycle.

Working with experienced engineers, you will move from concept through manufacture, installation and delivery, with occasional customer interaction and travel. Strong CAD, DFMA knowledge and problem-solving are essential.