Mechanical Engineer in Crawley

Are you a recent an early-career Mechanical Engineer looking to develop your skills in product design, 3D CAD, prototyping, and advanced engineering? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Engineer to join an innovative engineering team developing cutting-edge display hardware, control panels, and custom enclosure solutions for a range of high-tech industries. This role offers a fantastic platform to work alongside experienced engineers and gain exposure to the complete product development lifecycle, from concept through to manufacture. The Role As a Mechanical Engineer, you will support the design and development of innovative mechanical products and enclosures. Working closely with senior engineers, you will be involved in CAD design, rendering, prototyping, testing, and design documentation while building valuable hands-on engineering experience. Key Responsibilities Create and develop 3D CAD models and detailed manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks Support the design of sheet metal components, mechanical enclosures, and display assemblies Produce photorealistic product renders and visual concepts for customer presentations and marketing materials Assist with rapid prototyping activities including 3D printing, product assembly, and fit-check evaluations Support product validation and testing activities, including mechanical, thermal, and environmental testing Create and maintain engineering documentation, Bills of Materials (BOMs), specifications, and engineering change records Liaise with suppliers and manufacturing partners regarding components, quotations, and prototype samples Participate in design reviews and collaborate with engineering, operations, sales, and manufacturing teams Follow engineering best practices, design standards, and revision control processes The Ideal Candidate To be successful in this role, you should have: A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline Experience using SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software through university projects, placements, or industry experience A genuine passion for product design, mechanical engineering, and enclosure development Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment A proactive attitude and willingness to learn from experienced engineersDesirable Skills Experience creating photorealistic renders using SolidWorks Visualize or similar software Knowledge of sheet metal design and electronics packaging Experience with 3D printing and rapid prototyping techniques Exposure to manufacturing environments through internships, placements, or project workWhat's on Offer? Hybrid working arrangement Mentoring and training from experienced engineering professionals Exposure to the full product design and development lifecycle Hands-on experience with CAD design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing Opportunity to work on innovative products used across multiple high-technology sectors Excellent career progression and professional development opportunities Supportive and collaborative engineering culture Apply Now If you are looking to build a long-term career in Mechanical Design Engineering, Product Design, CAD Engineering, or Enclosure Design, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing engineering team where you can develop your skills and make a real impact from day one. Please send your cv over to Nicola at (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more details