Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer Special Purpose Machinery / Automation

Location: LeicestershireSalary: GBP52,000 GBP55,000 + Benefits

Are you a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer with experience in special purpose machinery, automation, or bespoke equipment design?

A growing engineering company in Leicester is looking for an experienced engineer to take ownership of end–to–end mechanical design projects, working on complex, one–off machinery used across a range of industrial applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design bespoke special purpose machinery using SolidWorks / 3D CAD
• Produce detailed manufacturing drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Mechanical design of automation systems, assembly machinery, and equipment
• Select components including pneumatics, drives, motors, and mechanical systems
• Support build, assembly, and testing phases
• Work closely with electrical, controls, and production teams
• Take projects from concept design through to commissioning

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer / Design Engineer / Project Engineer
• Ideal experience in automation, machinery, or special purpose equipment
• Strong SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD experience (SolidEdge, Inventor etc.)
• Ability to create production drawings and BOMs
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and assembly
• Experience with mechanical components, mechanisms, and machine design
• Strong problem–solving and project ownership skills
• Based within commuting distance of Leicester / East Midlands
• Full UK work eligibility required

Why Apply?

• Work on bespoke, technically challenging machinery projects
• Join a growing engineering business with a strong order book
• Opportunity for full project ownership
• Stable, long–term career in automation and machine design

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