Mechanical Design Engineer

New Opportunity - Mechanical Design Engineer

Are you a skilled and experienced Mechanical Design Engineer? Do you have experience designing components, mechanisms, and assemblies?

Our client in Derby is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to play a key role in the design and development of advanced packaging and automation equipment. In this role you will support with projects from initial concept design to final commissioning stages.

As the new Mechanical Design Engineer, you will:

Provide mechanical engineering expertise from concept through to commissioning

Support the creation of User Requirement Specifications and Design Specifications

Design components, mechanisms, and assemblies using SolidWorks

Select appropriate materials and manufacturing methods for cost-effective, reliable solutions

Produce detailed CAD drawings with tolerancing and manufacturing notes

Specify bought-in components and assist with procurement

Create and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs)

Develop innovative solutions to engineering challenges

Research and validate new concepts through prototyping

Produce and compile technical documentation and Technical Files

Follow SOPs to ensure controlled and repeatable design processes

Work to deadlines and agreed project timescales

Ensure compliance with performance and regulatory standards (including EC Directives and H&S)

Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives

Maintain high health & safety standards

Undertake any additional tasks as required by the business Requirements for the role:

Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering or a related discipline

Proven experience designing packaging machinery or automation equipment

Knowledge or experience within medical packaging and/or medical devices (desirable)

Experience with thermoforming machinery (desirable)

Strong proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD software

Good understanding of engineering principles and workshop machinery

Strong problem-solving ability with a keen eye for detail

Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines effectively

Excellent organisational, communication, and time management skills About this role:

Full-time, permanent position

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per year (dependent on experience)

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge machinery and innovative projects

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Career development opportunities within a growing organisation

Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion How to apply

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