Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in equipment design is seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer based in Dorset. The role involves technical drawing, product development, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates with strong CAD skills and a degree in Mechanical Engineering are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a CAD Design / Mechanical Development role.
• Knowledge of machinery, robotics, and precision components required.
• Strong theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge and understanding of tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Designing concepts and producing technical drawings using CAD.
• Reverse engineering, product development, testing, and prototyping.
• Collaborating with manufacturing providers.

Skills

CAD Design

Mechanical Development

Communication Skills

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Inventor

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Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, Basingstoke

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Location: Dorset

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Role: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Dorset

Term: Permanent

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

The client designs and manufactures specialist equipment and precision parts. They are seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Dorset on a permanent basis.

Ideal attributes for the Principal Mechanical Design Engineer include:

• At least 5 years of experience in a CAD Design / Mechanical Development role
• Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Knowledge of machinery, robotics, rotating equipment, and precision components
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, etc.
• Strong theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge and understanding of tight tolerances
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and in a small multidisciplinary team

Responsibilities include:

• Designing concepts and producing technical drawings using CAD
• Reverse engineering, product development, testing, and prototyping
• Collaborating with manufacturing providers
• Participating in final assembly processes
• Creating design documentation and project reports/plans
• Updating 3D models and drawings
• Inputting parts into the MRP system and creating BOMs
• Checking drawings for approval
• Working on various projects within a small multidisciplinary team

If interested, please apply with an updated CV promptly.