Mechanical Design Engineer (Solidworks / Fabrication) in Middlesbrough

A fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer based in/near Middlesborough to join an innovative engineering business developing advanced electronic and electro-mechanical products.

This Mechanical Design Engineer job offers the opportunity to work across the full product development lifecycle, from concept and design through to prototype development, validation and full-scale manufacture. This role is ideal for someone with experience designing precision mechanical components and assemblies within a high-technology engineering environment. The successful candidate will work alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop innovative products while ensuring designs meet performance, reliability, quality and manufacturing requirements.

Mechanical Design Engineer Job Responsibilities:

• Design precision mechanical components and assemblies using 3D CAD software, ideally SolidWorks.
• Develop enclosures, structural assemblies, thermal management solutions and precision mechanisms.
• Produce detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Select appropriate materials, finishes and manufacturing processes to optimise product performance and cost.
• Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles throughout product development.
• Perform tolerance analysis and apply GD&T principles.
• Support thermal and structural analysis activities where required.
• Work closely with electronics, systems and manufacturing engineers to ensure successful product integration.
• Support prototype builds, testing, validation and continuous product improvement.
• Produce Bills of Materials (BOMs), assembly documentation and Engineering Change documentation.
• Liaise with suppliers and manufacturing teams to support New Product Introduction (NPI).
• Participate in design reviews, engineering investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Mechanical Design Engineer Job Requirements:

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Previous experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer or Product Design Engineer position.
• Strong 3D CAD experience, ideally using SolidWorks.
• Experience designing precision machined components and complex mechanical assemblies.
• Good understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA).
• Ideally a knowledge of manufacturing processes including CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, castings, injection moulding or additive manufacturing.

This Mechanical Design Engineer job in Middlesborough offers an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering business developing technically advanced products for demanding applications. The role provides exposure to the complete product development lifecycle while working alongside experienced engineers within a collaborative and innovative environment.

If you're looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer job where you can work on challenging engineering projects, develop your technical skills and progress your career, this is an excellent opportunity to become part of a growing engineering team.

For a confidential discussion or to apply for this Mechanical Design Engineer job, please contact Will Drake.