Job Description Mechanical Design Engineer Salary: £50,000 - £63,000 + benefits Location: Cambridge Full-Time | Permanent The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join an innovative engineering business developing cutting-edge inspection and imaging technology used by leading organisations across the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, energy and advanced manufacturing sectors. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a collaborative R&D environment, taking concepts from design through to manufacture while working alongside scientists, engineers, manufacturing and supply chain teams to deliver precision-engineered products. Key Responsibilities Design and develop mechanical components and sub-assemblies for new and existing products. Produce detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings using SolidWorks. Work closely with development teams to prototype and evaluate new design concepts. Perform engineering calculations to validate mechanical designs. Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), drawings and engineering documentation. Support manufacturing by ensuring designs are suitable for production and assembly. Liaise with suppliers to source components and resolve technical queries. Drive continuous improvement of existing products and manufacturing processes. Ensure revision control and engineering documentation remain accurate and up to date. Essential Requirements Minimum 5 years' experience in a Mechanical Design Engineering role. Strong proficiency with SolidWorks. Experience designing special purpose machinery, automation equipment or precision mechanical systems. Knowledge of automation mechanisms such as ball screws, linear motion systems or similar. Comfortable carrying out engineering calculations, including stress calculations. Experience with Design for Manufacture (DFM). Experience maintaining BOMs, engineering drawings and revision control. Minimum HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. Desirable Experience Precision engineering or scientific instrumentation. Optics or optical systems. PCB design or familiarity with KiCad. Cable routing, wiring design, energy chains or robotic cable management. Experience working within highly regulated or advanced technology environments. About You You will be a detail-oriented engineer with excellent problem-solving skills who enjoys working across multidisciplinary teams. You'll be comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously and communicating with colleagues across engineering, manufacturing and procurement to deliver high-quality engineering solutions. What's on Offer Competitive salary Flexible working hours Comprehensive benefits package Opportunity to work on innovative, market-leading technology Collaborative and technically challenging environment Long-term career development within a growing engineering business
Solidworks Mechanical Design Engineer in Cambridge employer: Shorterm Group
As a leading employer in the civil engineering sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture at Heathrow Airport. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through structured training programmes and mentorship opportunities, ensuring that you can advance your career while contributing to vital infrastructure projects. With a focus on safety and excellence, we offer a dynamic environment where your expertise will be valued and rewarded.
