Mechanical Design Engineer — CAD to Manufacture & R&D

Cartisian Recruitment; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cartisian Recruitment in Yeovil is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design, develop and improve specialist machinery and equipment. You will own projects from concept through CAD, manufacture and installation, collaborating with engineering, production, suppliers and customers.

The role requires strong 3D CAD and engineering drawing skills, experience in manufacturing, and knowledge of materials and processes.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong 3D CAD and engineering drawing skills.
• SolidWorks experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components, assemblies and machinery.
• Produce detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies and manufacturing drawings.
• Develop designs for manufacture, assembly, installation and service.
• Create accurate Bills of Materials and engineering documentation.
• Support production, installation and commissioning with technical solutions.
• Improve existing products through value engineering and design optimisation.
• Contribute to new product development and R&D.
• Work with suppliers on components, materials and manufacturing requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve reliability, manufacturability and cost.
• Participate in design reviews and technical problem-solving.

Skills

3D CAD

Engineering drawing

Problem solving

Education

Engineering qualification

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Cartisian Recruitment in Yeovil is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design, develop and improve specialist machinery and equipment. You will own projects from concept through CAD, manufacture and installation, collaborating with engineering, production, suppliers and customers.

The role requires strong 3D CAD and engineering drawing skills, experience in manufacturing, and knowledge of materials and processes.