Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Reevr Talent Ltd; Houghton Regis; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Reevr Talent Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to own the design of bespoke machinery and automated production line solutions for a high-volume FMCG operation. You will lead projects from concept through detailed design, manufacture, installation and commissioning, using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

Collaborate with engineering, production and suppliers to deliver robust, cost-efficient equipment and improvements.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in mechanical design for manufacturing environments.
• Proven ability to deliver bespoke machinery and automated production line solutions.
• Strong understanding of design for manufacture and production processes.
• Experience leading multiple projects from concept to installation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and development of new machinery and lines.
• Take ownership from concept through to manufacture, installation and commissioning.
• Design modifications and upgrades to improve performance and reliability.
• Produce detailed 3D models, 2D drawings and BOMs, with robust documentation.

Education

HNC/HND or degree-level in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

PDM software

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design EngineerAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join an established and growing manufacturing business operating within a high-volume production environment.

This is a key position within the engineering team, offering the opportunity to take ownership of mechanical design projects, lead the development of bespoke machinery and automated production line solutions, and drive improvements across an established manufacturing operation within the FMCG sector.

Working closely with engineering, production and manufacturing teams, you will play a leading role in delivering new equipment, machinery upgrades and continuous improvement projects from initial concept through to manufacture and installation.

The Role

• Lead the mechanical design and development of new machinery, processing equipment and automated production line solutions.
• Take ownership of projects from initial concept and detailed design through to manufacture, installation and commissioning.
• Design machinery modifications, retrofits and upgrades to improve equipment performance, reliability and efficiency.
• Produce and review detailed 3D models, 2D engineering drawings, machine Bills of Materials (BOMs) and production line schematics.
• Ensure designs are technically robust, cost-effective and suitable for manufacture, installation and ongoing maintenance.
• Provide technical guidance and support to other members of the engineering team.
• Work closely with production, manufacturing and engineering teams to identify requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across machinery, equipment and production processes.
• Liaise with suppliers and external contractors to support equipment design and delivery.
• Ensure all engineering designs meet relevant industry standards, safety requirements and company procedures.

The Ideal Candidate

• HNC, HND or degree-level qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Significant experience in a Mechanical Design Engineering role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong background in the design and development of bespoke machinery, mechanical equipment and conveying systems.
• Advanced working knowledge of SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Experience using PDM software and managing engineering drawings, revisions and technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, manufacturing processes and design for manufacture.
• Proven experience taking engineering projects from concept through to manufacture and implementation.
• Experience managing multiple engineering projects and taking ownership of technical deliverables.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering, production and manufacturing teams.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience within FMCG or high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Experience designing bespoke machinery, automated equipment or production line solutions.
• Knowledge of automated manufacturing processes and production requirements.
• Experience delivering engineering projects within a production or factory environment.