Mechanical Design Engineer – Custom Automation & Machinery

Hernshead Recruitment; Scotland; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hernshead Recruitment has a new opening for a Mechanical Design Engineer. You will design bespoke automated machinery from concept through to manufacture, testing and commissioning, working on systems for medical, pharmaceutical, automotive and food manufacturing sectors.

You will produce 3D CAD models, create detailed drawings, BOMs and manufacturing documentation, and collaborate with electrical, controls, robotics and software engineers to deliver safe, compliant, high‑quality equipment.

Qualifications

• Ideally 3–5 years experience in mechanical design or related engineering role.
• Proficient with CAD and engineering standards.
• Good problem solving and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical design concepts for automated machinery and engineered solutions.
• Produce 3D CAD models and 2D technical drawings using SolidWorks, Inventor or similar.
• Create Bills of Materials (BOMs) and manufacturing documentation.
• Collaborate with electrical, controls, robotics and software engineers.
• Support machine build, testing, FAT/SAT and commissioning.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers to meet technical requirements.
• Ensure designs meet relevant safety, quality and regulatory standards.

Skills

3-5 years exp

CAD proficiency

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

Hernshead Recruitment has a new opening for a Mechanical Design Engineer. You will design bespoke automated machinery from concept through to manufacture, testing and commissioning, working on systems for medical, pharmaceutical, automotive and food manufacturing sectors.

You will produce 3D CAD models, create detailed drawings, BOMs and manufacturing documentation, and collaborate with electrical, controls, robotics and software engineers to deliver safe, compliant, high‑quality equipment.