Mechanical Design Engineer in Fakenham

Energy Jobline CVL; Fakenham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Fakenham, UK, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer. The role involves developing bespoke products, creating detailed manufacturing drawings, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have solid mechanical engineering backgrounds, experience with SolidWorks, and strong organisational skills. This is a great opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

• Solid background in mechanical engineering, particularly with mechanisms and fabricated assemblies.
• Ability to design customised products based on client requirements.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop customised products based on customer requirements.
• Create design and assembly drawings.
• Produce detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Generate BOMs and manage procurement as required.
• Liaise with customers to ensure designs meet needs.
• Coordinate with Workshop Supervisor to deliver projects on time.
• Contribute to improving existing products.

Skills

SolidWorks 3D CAD

Project management

Mechanical engineering

Communication skills

Job description

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Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Fakenham

Salary: £35,000–£42,000

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a small, friendly company specialising in bespoke lifting equipment with an international client base. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of projects, work closely with clients, and contribute to the continuous improvement of innovative products.

The Role

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Developing customised products based on customer requirements.
• Creating overall design and assembly drawings.
• Producing detailed manufacturing drawings for in-house or external production.
• Generating BOMs for special projects and managing procurement as required.
• Liaising with customers to ensure designs meet their needs.
• Coordinating with the Workshop Supervisor to deliver projects on time.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of existing products.

About You

You will have:

• A solid background in mechanical engineering, with expertise in mechanisms, fabricated assemblies, and sheet metalwork.
• The ability to rapidly design customised variants from standard product ranges.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Skills & Experience

• Excellent working knowledge of SolidWorks 3D CAD or similar design software.
• Proven ability to produce detailed manufacturing information accurately and on time.
• Understanding of relevant machinery standards and legislation.
• Experience working effectively as part of a small team.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

This is a great opportunity to join a company that values innovation, teamwork, and high-quality engineering. If you are passionate about mechanical design and enjoy working on bespoke engineering projects, we would love to hear from you.

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