Mechanical Design Engineer - Hybrid (Heavy-Duty Enclosures)

Proactive Global; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

23 days holiday

Bonus scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Pension

Free parking

4.5-day working week

Job summary

Proactive Global in Milton Keynes is partnering with a well-established engineering business to appoint a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop bespoke heavy-duty electrical enclosures, guiding projects from concept through delivery.

You will work with the Design Manager and team to ensure timely, budget-conscious delivery and meet high technical standards, applying 3D CAD, sheet metal design, and robust engineering practices across the lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical design of bespoke or engineered products.
• Proficient in Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks.
• Experience designing sheet metal, folded or welded steel structures.
• HNC / HND or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design bespoke electrical enclosures using 3D CAD.
• Consider ingress protection, vibration, temperature, and structural stress.
• Modify and improve existing designs for new projects.
• Support full product lifecycle from concept to delivery.
• Liaise with clients to understand requirements and align expectations.
• Ensure designs meet technical and commercial requirements.

Skills

Experience in mechanical design of Bes

Strong communication skills

Education

HNC / HND or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

Proactive Global in Milton Keynes is partnering with a well-established engineering business to appoint a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop bespoke heavy-duty electrical enclosures, guiding projects from concept through delivery.

You will work with the Design Manager and team to ensure timely, budget-conscious delivery and meet high technical standards, applying 3D CAD, sheet metal design, and robust engineering practices across the lifecycle.