Mechanical/Mechatronics Design Engineer — From Concept to Production

Owen Daniels; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Owen Daniels are seeking a Mechanical / Mechatronics Design Engineer to take ownership of concepts through to production in agricultural machinery.

You'll lead design work across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems, delivering robust, field-ready solutions and detailed 3D models and drawings in SolidWorks. The role requires hands-on prototyping, testing and collaboration with other engineering disciplines.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in machinery/mechanical/mechatronic design.
• Experience integrating mechanical with electrical components, sensors, actuators or control systems.
• Understanding tolerances and manufacturing processes.
• Experience designing machined components and fabrications.
• Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering qualification or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing within a team.
• Experience with agricultural machinery would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop agricultural machinery from concept through to production.
• Create detailed 3D models and manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks.
• Design practical mechanical fabrications and machined components.
• Support the integration of hydraulic and electrical systems, including actuators, motors, sensors and controls.
• Support prototyping, testing and validation of new and existing products.
• Work closely with other engineering disciplines to develop reliable, practical solutions.

Skills

Mechanical design

Mechatronics

Electrical integration

Tolerances

Machined components

Fabrications

Independent worker

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical/Mechatronics

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Owen Daniels are seeking a Mechanical / Mechatronics Design Engineer to take ownership of concepts through to production in agricultural machinery.

You'll lead design work across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems, delivering robust, field-ready solutions and detailed 3D models and drawings in SolidWorks. The role requires hands-on prototyping, testing and collaboration with other engineering disciplines.