Mechanical Design Engineer - #2177639

Mechanical Design Engineer

£30,000 - £50,000 + Share Options + Private Healthcare Benefits

Want to Design Products That Actually Get Built?

Too many engineering roles involve making small changes to existing products and getting lost in layers of process.

This opportunity is different.

We're looking for an ambitious Mechanical Design Engineer to join an innovative and growing engineering business developing high-performance technology and equipment for industrial applications.

This is a role where you'll be trusted to take ownership, contribute ideas, solve complex engineering challenges and see your designs progress from concept through to production.

If you're passionate about product development, enjoy problem-solving and want your work to have genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Why This Opportunity?

Work on innovative engineering projects

Design products from concept through to manufacture

Join a collaborative and highly skilled engineering team

Influence key design decisions

Direct exposure to product development and R&D

Fast-paced environment with real career progression

Growing company with share options available

Your work will be seen, valued and implemented

The Role

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll play a key role in developing and improving advanced engineering products and systems.

Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you'll be responsible for creating practical, manufacturable designs that meet demanding performance, quality and reliability requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical products and components using SolidWorks
• Produce detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Support new product development projects from concept through to production
• Develop innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges
• Participate in prototype development, testing and validation
• Support design reviews and continuous improvement activities
• Work collaboratively with engineering, manufacturing and project teams
• Ensure designs meet quality, cost and performance objectives

What We're Looking For

• Experience within a Mechanical Design Engineer or Mechanical Engineer role
• Strong SolidWorks CAD experience
• Ability to create detailed engineering drawings
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and design principles
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Desirable

• Product development or R&D experience
• Background within manufacturing, engineering, technology or industrial sectors
• Experience designing mechanical assemblies or engineered products
• Degree, HNC, HND or Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline

What's In It For You?

• £30,000 - £50,000 salary depending on experience
• Share options scheme
• Private healthcare and benefits package
• Career progression opportunities
• Exposure to innovative technologies
• High levels of autonomy and responsibility
• Supportive engineering culture

Who Should Apply?

This role is ideal for:

• Mechanical Design Engineers
• Mechanical Engineers
• Design Engineers

Ready to Take Your Engineering Career Further?

If you're looking for an opportunity where your ideas matter, your development is supported, and your designs become real products, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply with REED today to find out more about this exciting Mechanical Design Engineer opportunity.