Mechanical Design Technician (SolidWorks)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Weekdays only

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Design Technician (SolidWorks) in Aberdeen to join a well-established family business specialising in hydraulics and machinery. The role focuses on concept design, upgrading equipment, and collaboration across manufacturing teams.

The ideal candidate has an engineering qualification and substantial SolidWorks/3D design experience within manufacturing. Competitive salary (£40,000–£45,000), Monday–Friday work, and private medical and life insurance

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or HND required.
• SolidWorks and 3D design experience essential.
• Background in manufacturing (~15 years).

Responsibilities

• Concept and product design.
• Improve and upgrade equipment.
• Work across all manufacturing departments.

Skills

SolidWorks

3D design

Manufacturing background

Education

Engineering HND or degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Mechanical Design Technician (SolidWorks)

£40,000 – £45,000 + Weekdays Only + Family Business + Private Medical Insurance + Life Insurance

Aberdeen

Are you an experienced Engineer with a background in manufacturing, looking to join a well-established family business specialising in hydraulic machinery and equipment?

The company has been established since 1948 and is a long-established family run engineering business specialising in the design and manufacture of hydraulics and mechanical solutions for several industry sectors.

This role would suit a Draughtsman with SolidWorks experience and a manufacturing background, looking to join a well-established engineering company that offers excellent job security, private healthcare, ongoing development, and the opportunity to work on bespoke engineering projects.

The Role:

• Concept and product design
• Improving and upgrading equipment
• Working across all manufacturing departments

The Person

• Engineering HND or degree
• Experience with SolidWorks and 3D design
• Background in manufacturing (~15 years)

Job reference: BBBH27512

Key words: Manufacturing, Hydraulics, SolidWorks, Engineering, Mechanical, 3D Design, Product Design, Machinery, Aberdeen, Scotland.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset.