Mechanical Design Engineer

Company: Options Resourcing Ltd
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Job Description:

A well-established engineering manufacturer, recognised for its high-quality hydraulic and fluid power systems, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their close-knit design team. This is a great opportunity to work on innovative hydraulic manifold and valve system designs within a forward-thinking and technically focused environment.

Benefits:

  • Salary: Competitive
  • Location: Southam
  • Hours of work – Monday to Thursday 08:30 – 5pm, Friday 08:30 – 4pm
  • Private Medical Insurance after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period
  • Annual Bonus – Company performance based.
  • 31 Days Holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
  • Company sick pay scheme
  • Auto-enrolment Pension

The Role

Reporting to the Design Manager, you’ll be responsible for the full design process – from concept through to production – ensuring solutions meet both customer and internal standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop design concepts and detailed engineering drawings for hydraulic manifold systems.
  • Liaise with customers and suppliers to ensure designs meet project and performance requirements.
  • Prepare technical calculations, costings, and project documentation.
  • Source and manage suppliers, supporting quotations and manufacturing processes.
  • Maintain control of drawing issues, revisions, and records.
  • Support the inspection, testing, and continual improvement of hydraulic products.

Skills/experience required:

  • Proven experience in a Design Engineer role, ideally within the hydraulics, mechanical, or fluid power sectors.
  • Skilled in SolidWorks, DWG Editor, or DraftSight.
  • Strong understanding of materials, machining, plating, and fluid power principles.
  • Methodical, organised, and capable of managing multiple design projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications:

  • HNC/HND (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
  • Hydraulic Systems knowledge (Stage 1 & 2 or similar) is advantageous.

Why Apply?

You’ll join a stable and respected engineering business with a supportive culture, modern design tools, and opportunities to work on technically varied projects across the hydraulic systems range.

Apply today! 🙂

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Posted: March 5th, 2026