Mechanical Design Engineer - Bespoke Machinery & Tooling

New Appointments Group; Ashford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

5 weeks leave

Competitive package

Job summary

New Appointments Group is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Ashford, Kent. The role involves delivering bespoke mechanical designs from concept to manufacture, with hands-on involvement in tooling, machinery and process plants.

You will produce detailed drawings and documentation, support customers, and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical for production. Some international travel is required.

Qualifications

• HND or higher qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience using AutoCAD and Inventor, or other 3D design packages.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and how these apply to mechanical design.

Responsibilities

• Undertake mechanical design work across heavy machinery, tooling and process plant.
• Produce detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Work on bespoke, customer-specific designs from concept through to manufacture.
• Provide technical support to customers.
• Work closely with the engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical and suitable for production.
• Travel occasionally, averaging 2–3 trips per year.

Skills

Bespoke design

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

HND or higher in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

New Appointments Group is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Ashford, Kent. The role involves delivering bespoke mechanical designs from concept to manufacture, with hands-on involvement in tooling, machinery and process plants.

You will produce detailed drawings and documentation, support customers, and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical for production. Some international travel is required.