Mechanical Design Engineer

Company: Proactive Global
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Location: Newport Pagnell
Job Description:

Mechanical Design Engineer

Milton Keynes

£40 – 45K/annum

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems.
  • Produce detailed 2D and 3D CAD models and engineering drawings using AutoCAD and/or Inventor.
  • Support system integration activities, ensuring compatibility across mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines.
  • Conduct design reviews, tolerance analysis, and material selection.
  • Ensure designs comply with customer specifications, industry standards, safety requirements, and regulatory obligations.
  • Support verification and validation activities, including testing, prototyping, and product development.
  • Collaborate effectively with project teams, suppliers, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

About You

  • A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
  • Experience in mechanical design within engineering or manufacturing projects.
  • Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Autodesk Inventor.
  • Good understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and engineering principles.

Desirable Experience

  • Experience working within defence, aerospace, nuclear, rail, or other regulated industries.
  • Familiarity with verification, validation, testing, and prototyping activities.
  • Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Security Requirements

  • Eligible to obtain DBS and BPSS clearance.
  • Hold a UK passport or dual UK nationality.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Posted: June 14th, 2026