Mechanical Design Engineer (Converting / Bespoke Machinery)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking engineering firm in Taunton is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to take ownership of projects from concept to completion. The role involves designing bespoke machinery using Inventor, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD. Ideal candidates will have a HND in Mechanical Engineering and a background in machinery design. The position offers a salary between £46,000 - £50,000 plus benefits including a bonus and progression opportunities.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Half-Day Fridays

Training

Free On Site Parking

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in machinery design or fitting required.
• Autonomy and technical challenge in projects expected.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical design of special purpose machinery and conveyors.
• Full project involvement from concept to completion.
• Collaborate across departments to meet project goals.

Skills

3D CAD proficiency

Mechanical design

Collaboration

Education

HND/Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer (Converting / Bespoke Machinery)

46,000 - 50,000 + Annual Bonus + Half-Day Fridays + Progression + Training + Free On Site Parking

Taunton

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience in special purpose machinery, conveyors, or fabrication design looking to join a forward-thinking engineering firm offering exciting projects, great progression, and an excellent work-life balance?

On offer is the chance to take ownership of mechanical design projects from concept to completion. You'll use Inventor, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD to design special purpose machinery, conveyors, and steel fabrications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure projects meet technical, safety, and cost requirements. You'll also perform calculations, FEA, and material selection to deliver efficient, practical, and compliant designs.

This company boasts over a century of engineering excellence, having been founded in the early 1900s. Renowned both in the UK and internationally, they have built a stellar reputation for delivering high-quality, specialised equipment to the converting and printing industries, while also providing exceptional customer support, breakdown services, and precision repairs.

This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer with at least an HND in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering and hands-on experience in machinery design or fitting. You'll be looking for a role that offers autonomy, technical challenge, and the opportunity to progress within a well-established and growing business.

The Role:

• Mechanical design of special purpose machinery, conveyors, and general fabrications
• Use of Inventor, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD
• Full project involvement from concept to completion
• Collaboration across departments to meet technical, regulatory, and commercial goals

The Person:

• HND/Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
• Proficient in 3D CAD (Inventor, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD)
• Background in machinery, fabrication, or mechanical fitting

Reference Number: BBBH 22386

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward your CV to Ernest Gordon Recruitment and one of our consultants will be in touch.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset.