Mechanical Design Engineer in Reading, Berkshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Reading is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop security shutter designs into market-ready products. You'll lead project execution, enhance product performance, and ensure compliance with standards. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in product engineering, a strong command of SolidWorks, and excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits offered, including bonuses and annual leave.

Benefits

Salary of up to £45,000

Bonus scheme

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience in mechanical or product engineering.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks is essential.
• Strong experience using Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and supporting documentation.
• Refine component designs for improved efficiency.
• Liaise with clients and suppliers for project delivery.
• Maintain compliance with security and certification standards.

Skills

SolidWorks

Product engineering

BOM management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Mechanical Design Engineer

Reading, Berkshire (with potential hybrid working options)

The Company

Charter Global Group are market leaders in their industry, offering a comprehensive range of high-performance, cutting‑edge security shutters to properties of all types. With over 15 years of experience, we have evolved and innovated to provide robust solutions that suit any high‑risk application, receiving international certification and acclaim.

The Benefits

• Salary of up to £45,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Bonus scheme
• 20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

The Role

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in turning approved shutter design concepts into fully manufacturable, market‑ready products. You will oversee critical project handovers, ensuring every technical document is accurate, complete, and delivered on time. Working collaboratively across teams, you’ll help drive projects forward and resolve technical challenges to ensure flawless execution from design to production.

Alongside this, you will take the lead in enhancing product performance and cost efficiency, identifying smarter ways to improve manufacturability and streamline processes without compromising security or aesthetics.

Key Responsibilities

• Create accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and supporting production documentation
• Refine component designs for improved efficiency and installation
• Liaise with clients and suppliers to support smooth project delivery
• Maintain compliance with all relevant security and certification standards

About You

To be considered as a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will need:

• At least two years’ experience in mechanical or product engineering, manufacturing, or a related field
• Proficiency in SolidWorks is essential, and ideally, AutoCAD as well
• Strong experience using Microsoft Excel and managing Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement
• A willingness to learn about security specifications and manufacturing constraints

Other organisations may call this role Design and Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Product Design Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, or SolidWorks Design Engineer.

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