Details:
- Salary: £47,500 - 52,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Haverhill ENG
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Mechanical Design Engineer - Lvl 3
Our client is an established engineering and technology business with a growing design team. They’re looking for a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to work on technically challenging projects, taking designs from concept through to manufacture, installation and final sign-off.
You’ll play a key role in delivering innovative engineering solutions, working with multidisciplinary teams and helping develop junior engineers.
What you’ll be doing
Delivering mechanical design solutions across multiple projects with minimal supervision
Applying advanced engineering principles to solve complex technical challenges
Owning significant project elements and smaller standalone projects
Carrying out design calculations using hand calculations, spreadsheets, FEA and specialist software
Producing and reviewing detailed drawings, specifications and BOMs
Supporting bids and proposals, including concept development, technical assessments, risk analysis and cost estimation
Running client requirement reviews, design studies and feasibility assessments
Joining site surveys, technical meetings and client presentations
Supporting project management with technical queries, installation considerations and delivery
Preparing technical documentation, compliance packs, operating manuals and acceptance documentation
Assisting with Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
Supporting manufacturing teams through production and assembly
Providing technical support for existing equipment and legacy systems
Improving engineering processes, products and documentation, and researching emerging technologies to support product innovation
Maintaining quality and safety standards across all project activity
Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to recruitment, onboarding and knowledge-sharing
What you’ll bring
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
Proven mechanical design experience in an engineering, manufacturing or project-based environment
A strong understanding of engineering principles, materials, manufacturing processes and product development
Proficiency in 3D CAD, such as Inventor, AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar
Experience producing manufacturing drawings and technical documentation
Knowledge of engineering calculations and analysis methods, including FEA
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
The ability to manage your workload across multiple concurrent projects
A commitment to continuous professional development and industry best practice
What’s on offer
Comprehensive benefits package
Employer pension contribution
Life assurance
Income protection and critical illness cover
Health cash plan
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work scheme
Private medical insurance options
Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
Ongoing training, development and career progression
Why apply?
This is a chance to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking engineering business. You’ll work on innovative projects across the full product lifecycle and gain exposure to complex engineering solutions and multidisciplinary project delivery.
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