Mechanical Engineer

Tiger Resourcing Group; Crawley; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiger Resourcing Group is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Crawley to support the full design cycle from concept through testing for custom display hardware and enclosures.

You will work under senior guidance to produce SolidWorks models, 3D renders, and BOMs, while engaging in rapid prototyping and validation activities in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited institution.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a passion for physical product design.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks and 2D drafting standards.
• Bonus: experience with 3D rendering software to create visuals.
• Bonus: hands-on experience operating 3D printers and rapid prototyping tools.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and revision tracking.
• A collaborative team player eager to learn under senior mentorship.

Responsibilities

• CAD and mechanical design of 3D models and 2D drawings in SolidWorks for enclosures and displays.
• Produce photorealistic renders for concepts, proposals, and marketing collateral.
• Assist hands-on rapid prototyping, including 3D printing and assembly fits.
• Support physical validation testing on EVT/DVT builds (thermal, drop tests, fit checks).
• Help generate and maintain BOMs, drawings, specs, and ECNs.
• Liaise with suppliers and fabrication vendors for quotes and parts.
• Participate in design reviews and cross-functional meetings.
• Adhere to SOPs, revision control, and mechanical design guidelines.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Good verbal and written communication

Highly organized and detail-oriented

Collaborative team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks Visualize

3D printers / rapid prototyping tools

Job description

Crawley, United Kingdom | Posted on 05/11/2026

Reporting Line: Lead Mechanical Engineer/Manager

The company is looking for a motivated Mechanical Engineer tojoin our Advanced Engineering team in Crawley. Working closely under the directguidance of the senior engineers, the primary function of this role is tosupport the full mechanical product design cycle-from initial conceptgeneration and photorealistic rendering to detailed drawing packages, rapidprototyping, and physical testing for custom display hardware, control panels,and ODM+ enclosures.

KeyResponsibilities:

• CAD &Mechanical Design: Support the development of robust 3D CAD models and detailed2D manufacturing drawing packages using SolidWorks for sheet metal parts,custom enclosures, and display assemblies.
• Visual Concepts& Rendering: Produce high-quality photorealistic 3D renders and visualassets for product concepts, customer proposals, marketing collateral, andexhibition hardware.
• Prototyping& Assembly: Assist in hands-on rapid prototyping activities, including 3Dprinting, component preparation, adhesive/foam application, and physicalassembly fit-checks in the workshop
• Validation& Testing: Support physical validation testing (such as thermal monitoring,drop testing, and mechanical fit checks) on early-stage prototype (EVT/DVT)builds.
• DesignDocumentation: Assist in generating and maintaining structured engineeringdocumentation, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), assembly notes,specification sheets, and Engineering Change Notice (ECNs).
• Supplier& Fabrication Liaison: Help communicate with component suppliers andfabrication vendors to request technical quotes, specify off-the-shelf parts,and track sample delivery lead times.
• DesignReviews & Collaboration: Attend project status meetings, internal designreviews, and cross-functional alignment sessions with Sales, support,operations, and global manufacturing teams.
• Standards& Procedures: Learn and follow company standard operating procedures,revision control rules, and mechanical design guidelines.

Qualificationsand Experience:

• Bachelor’sdegree in mechanical engineering, or a related discipline from an accreditedinstitution.
• Strongmechanical aptitude with a genuine passion for physical product design,electronics packaging, and mechanical enclosures.
• Familiaritywith SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD modelling software and 2D drafting standardsgained through degree studies, placements, or project work.
• Bonus:Experience or proficiency with 3D rendering software (e.g., SolidWorksVisualize, or similar) to create photorealistic marketing and client visuals.
• Bonus:Hands-on experience operating 3D printers and using workshop rapid prototypingtools.
• Goodverbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technicalinformation clearly and professionally.
• Highlyorganized and detail-oriented, with a methodical approach to file managementand revision tracking.
• Acollaborative team player eager to take direction, ask questions, and growunder senior mentorship.