Mechanical Design Engineer - Life Sciences in Stevenage, Hertfordshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer for a 12-month contract in Stevenage. The role involves leading hardware development projects and collaborating on prototypes for advanced technologies. Candidates should possess a degree in Mechanical Engineering and have over 3 years of R&D experience. This position offers flexible work arrangements and the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge life sciences hardware.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in mechanical engineering within R&D environments.
• Strong background in component design for machining, sheet metalwork, and injection moulding.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware development projects including new product features.
• Produce design specifications, drawings, and prototypes.
• Conduct laboratory testing for design validation and troubleshooting.

Skills

Component design

3D CAD software proficiency

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Mechanical/Design Engineering (2:1 or above)

Tools

CAD software

3D printing

CNC machining

Injection moulding

Job description

Role: Mechanical Design Engineer

Duration: 12 months | Location: Stevenage, SG1 2BP (on‑site 2‑3 days per week) | Rate: Negotiable on experience | IR35: Inside

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join an innovative R&D team in Stevenage on a 12‑month contract. This role will focus on the design and development of advanced hardware solutions for next‑bioprocessing technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead hardware development projects, including new product features and assembly processes.
• Produce design specifications, drawings, prototypes, testing plans, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with suppliers on prototypes and pre‑production builds, supporting transfer into manufacturing.
• Conduct laboratory testing to support design validation, verification, and troubleshooting.
• Utilise CAD software and prototyping methods including 3D printing, CNC machining, and injection moulding.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical/Design Engineering (2:1 or above) or similar.
• 3+ years' experience in mechanical engineering within R&D environments.
• Strong background in component design for processes such as machining, sheet metalwork, and injection moulding.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD packages.
• Practical, hands‑on approach to problem solving.
• Must have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the design and delivery of cutting‑edge life sciences hardware.

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