Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer • Permanent Position • Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 (DOE) • Location: Coventry • Working days: Monday to Friday

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies from concept through to manufacture
• Produce detailed engineering drawings, 3D models, and technical documentation
• Modify, improve, and optimise existing designs to meet customer and business requirements
• Support product development activities across a range of engineering projects
• Work closely with manufacturing, production, and engineering teams to ensure designs are practical and cost‑effective
• Conduct engineering calculations and technical assessments to validate designs
• Support prototype development, testing, and design verification activities
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders throughout the design process
• Ensure designs comply with relevant engineering standards and specifications
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practices

Essential Experience / Skills / Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience within a Mechanical Design Engineer or similar position
• Degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience creating mechanical designs from concept as well as modifying existing products and assemblies
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, tolerances, and manufacturing processes
• CAD design experience, with SolidWorks experience being advantageous but not essential
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a genuine interest in engineering and product development
• Eager to learn, develop, and take ownership of engineering projects
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative engineering team

Desirable Experience

• Experience within the Automotive or Aerospace sectors
• Exposure to FEA (Finite Element Analysis) and/or CAE (Computer‑Aided Engineering) tools
• Knowledge of product testing, validation, and design verification processes
• Understanding of manufacturing and assembly techniques within regulated engineering environments

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