Mechanical Design Engineer

Overview

A manufacturing organisation producing engineered mechanical products is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development of new products and the improvement of existing product ranges. You will work across the full design lifecycle – from concept through detailed engineering and production handover – collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure products are delivered to specification, on time and for manufacture.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate detailed mechanical designs for new products and modifications to existing product lines
• Define engineering requirements and ensure designs are production‑ready for manufacture
• Work across internal departments (Development, Production Engineering, Purchasing) to ensure design‑for‑manufacture (DFM) is embedded before release
• Determine suitable manufacturing methods for designs considering internal capabilities and external suppliers
• Perform DFMEA activities, tracking actions and working with development teams on failure modes and mitigations
• Conduct tolerance analysis for efficient manufacture, correct function, and assembly feasibility
• Produce and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) during the design process for cost and production purposes
• Collaborate with Production Engineering to optimise product cost, quality, and manufacturing efficiency
• Maintain progress documentation and provide updates to support new product development workflows

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or strong proven mechanical engineering background)
• Demonstrated experience taking mechanical products from prototype through to production
• Knowledge of sheet metal design and sheet metal manufacturing processes
• Experience generating DFMEA reports and implementing resulting actions
• Competence performing tolerance stack‑up analysis and resolving design concerns
• CAD proficiency – experience with Solid Edge preferred (SolidWorks acceptable)
• Ability to produce 2D production drawings in line with GD&T best practices
• Experience applying design‑for‑manufacture principles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools
• Able to work to defined standards within an ISO9001:2015 environment

Desirable Experience

• Familiarity with folding simulation software
• Prior experience producing manufacturing cost data via BOM structures
• Understanding of cross‑functional NPD processes
• Structured and organised approach with ability to prioritise workloads
• Continuous learner with effective teamworking skills