Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Prime Appointments; Essex; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus bank_holiday

Option to buy and sell holiday

Life assurance

Company gym/spa membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and further education

Company social events

Job summary

Prime Appointments Ltd in Colchester area is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to turn concepts into finished machinery using SolidWorks. You'll design bespoke automated handling systems, working closely with electrical and software engineers.

This hands-on role focuses on developing precision machinery, from initial concept through to prototype, testing and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has a strong CAD background and experience in automation.

Qualifications

• Experience designing new machinery from initial concept.
• Excellent 3D CAD skills, preferably SolidWorks.
• Knowledge of mechanical mechanisms, moving assemblies and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with precision machinery, robotics or automated handling systems would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop special–purpose machinery from concept through to completion.
• Produce 3D models, assemblies and detailed drawings using SolidWorks.
• Design precision mechanisms, automated handling systems and tooling for small, delicate components.
• Develop machinery incorporating servo motors, stepper motors, robotics and vision systems.
• Work alongside electrical and software engineers to develop new equipment.
• Support prototyping, testing and continuous design improvements.

Skills

Strong mechanical design background

Education

Engineering qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Colchester area GBP50,000 GBP70,000 + benefits

Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer who enjoys developing machinery from concept through to completion?

We're looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a specialist manufacturing company in the Colchester area, designing bespoke automated machinery and precision handling systems.

This is a hands–on design role where you'll use SolidWorks to develop completely new machines, working alongside electrical and software engineers to bring your designs to life.

Duties

• Design and develop special–purpose machinery from concept through to completion
• Produce 3D models, assemblies and detailed drawings using SolidWorks
• Design precision mechanisms, automated handling systems and tooling for small, delicate components
• Develop machinery incorporating servo motors, stepper motors, robotics and vision systems
• Work alongside electrical and software engineers to develop new equipment
• Support prototyping, testing and continuous design improvements

Requirements

• Strong mechanical design background, ideally within special–purpose machinery or automation
• Experience designing new machinery from initial concept
• Excellent 3D CAD skills, preferably SolidWorks
• Knowledge of mechanical mechanisms, moving assemblies and manufacturing processes
• Experience with precision machinery, robotics or automated handling systems would be advantageous
• Relevant engineering qualification or equivalent experience

What's on Offer

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy and sell holiday
• Life assurance
• Company gym/spa membership
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Training and further education opportunities
• Company social events

This Senior Mechanical Design Engineer position would suit someone who enjoys hands–on design and developing machinery that doesn't currently exist.