Preston / Oxford, UK |Full-time | Works closely with China and the Netherlands
Ref: MDE01-UK
We're building the infrastructure for a circular electronics economy — and we need a Mechanical Design Engineer in the UK to help design the equipment that makes it possible.
3R Technology Global recovers up to 99% of precious metals and 75%+ of plastics from end-of-life electronics using proprietary AI robotic sorting technology, built through our subsidiary Hermion. We operate across the UK, US, Netherlands, and China, and we're scaling fast toward 20 factories by 2030.
What You'll Do- Own mechanical design end-to-end: concept, detailed design, prototyping, testing, validation, manufacturing hand-off.
- Run FEA, dynamics simulation, and material selection to validate designs before build.
- Produce clear engineering drawings and documentation in English and Chinese.
- Partner with our China and the Netherlands engineering, procurement, and quality teams on global standards.
- Get hands-on at supplier and manufacturing sites — troubleshooting, DFM reviews, site visits.
- Move fast on cross-functional, cross-time-zone projects, including outside standard hours when deadlines demand it.
- Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related field from a recognised Chinese or UK university.
- 2+ years hands-on mechanical design experience, owning projects independently.
- Proficient in SolidWorks, CATIA, ANSYS, or Abaqus.
- Fluent Mandarin Chinese, plus conversational, working-level English.
- Open to domestic and international travel (approx. 15-30%) and occasional overtime/weekend work.
- Right to work in the UK.
- Full product lifecycle experience — design through manufacturing — in electromechanical, appliance, or recycling equipment.
- Sheet metal, plastics, or composite design for high-volume manufacturing.
- Experience on multicultural, globally distributed engineering teams.
- Familiarity with WEEE Directive, RoHS, or similar environmental compliance standards.
- Master's or PhD from a UK university.
- Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience, plus performance bonus.
- 25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
- Real career growth inside a fast-scaling global engineering team.
- Reports to: Regional Engineering Manager.
- Travel: domestic and international, as project needs require.
- Skilled Worker visa sponsorship considered for exceptional candidates.
Mechanical Design Engineer employer: 3R Technology Global
3R Technology Global is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the innovative field of circular electronics. With a strong emphasis on collaboration across global teams and opportunities for professional growth, employees are encouraged to develop their skills while contributing to cutting-edge projects. Located in Preston/Oxford, UK, the company fosters a culture of creativity and sustainability, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
