Mechanical Engineer - MDE 2

Recruit Engineering; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer pension contribution

Life assurance cover

Health cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Cycle to Work scheme

Income protection and critical illness

Private medical insurance

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Recruit Engineering is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Suffolk/East Anglia to contribute from concept through manufacture, installation and client acceptance. You’ll work with experienced engineers to deliver bespoke mechanical solutions and develop technical and project management skills within a collaborative environment.

Applicants should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, strong CAD skills (Inventor/SolidWorks/Creo/Siemens NX/AutoCAD) and experience across the engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience in mechanical design, manufacturing, or engineering project environments.
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo, Siemens NX, AutoCAD) and understanding of drawings, manufacturing methods and design principles.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across teams and with clients.
• Experience supporting projects through multiple phases of the engineering lifecycle.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and engineering best practice.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of mechanical design projects while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Apply mechanical engineering principles to develop practical and innovative design solutions.
• Assist with the design and development of products and systems throughout the project lifecycle.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, engineering trends, and industry best practices.
• Support improvements to engineering processes, products, and documentation.
• Take ownership of project elements and smaller projects under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Assist in resolving technical challenges through engineering analysis and problem-solving.
• Contribute to tender and bid activities, including concept generation, risk assessments, cost estimates, and scheduling.
• Produce and review engineering drawings, models, specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Support concept development, detailed design, design reviews, and production release activities.
• Create visualisations and design presentations to support internal reviews and client approvals.
• Participate in site surveys, client meetings, and project coordination activities where required.
• Assist with technical documentation, compliance records, operating manuals, and project handover documentation.
• Support manufacturing, assembly, inspection, and FAT activities.
• Provide engineering support for existing products and legacy equipment.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support and mentor junior team members where appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

Creo

Siemens NX

AutoCAD

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Suffolk / East Anglia

Salary: £36,000 - £49,500 + Comprehensive Benefits Package

About the Role

An established engineering and technology business is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its growing engineering team. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects, supporting the development of bespoke mechanical solutions from concept through to manufacture, installation, and client acceptance.

Working alongside experienced engineers, you will play a key role in the design process while developing your technical and project management capabilities within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of mechanical design projects while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Apply mechanical engineering principles to develop practical and innovative design solutions.
• Assist with the design and development of products and systems throughout the project lifecycle.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, engineering trends, and industry best practices.
• Support improvements to engineering processes, products, and documentation.
• Take ownership of project elements and smaller projects under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Assist in resolving technical challenges through engineering analysis and problem-solving.
• Contribute to tender and bid activities, including concept generation, risk assessments, cost estimates, and scheduling.
• Produce and review engineering drawings, models, specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Support concept development, detailed design, design reviews, and production release activities.
• Create visualisations and design presentations to support internal reviews and client approvals.
• Participate in site surveys, client meetings, and project coordination activities where required.
• Assist with technical documentation, compliance records, operating manuals, and project handover documentation.
• Support manufacturing, assembly, inspection, and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) activities.
• Provide engineering support for existing products and legacy equipment.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support and mentor junior team members where appropriate.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience within a mechanical design, manufacturing, or engineering project environment.
• Proficient in 3D CAD software such as Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo, Siemens NX, AutoCAD, or similar.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, manufacturing methods, and design principles.
• Good communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and with clients.
• Experience supporting projects through multiple phases of the engineering lifecycle.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and engineering best practice.

Benefits

• Salary: £36,000 - £49,500
• Employer pension contribution scheme
• Life assurance cover
• Health cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Income protection and critical illness cover
• Optional private medical insurance
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer looking to develop their career within a highly innovative engineering organisation. You'll gain exposure to technically challenging projects, collaborate with experienced engineering professionals, and contribute to the successful delivery of innovative projects from concept through to installation and commissioning.