Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Hitchin £50,000 - £60,000 Permanent On-site (5 days/week)

Looking to work on exciting, hands-on automation projects without layers of red tape?

This growing engineering business near Hitchin designs and builds bespoke machinery for a wide range of sectors including automotive, aerospace, logistics, and general manufacturing. They offer the perfect blend of project variety and the freedom to take ownership - where experienced engineers are trusted to deliver quality solutions, their way.

What you'll be doing:
Lead the design of special purpose machinery, from blank sheet to build, using SolidWorks

Produce 3D models, detailed manufacturing drawings, and BOMs

Work closely with the shop floor team to see your designs come to life

Take ownership of your projects - no micromanagement, just support when you need it

Solve real-world problems with practical, precision-engineered solutions

What they're looking for:
5 years' experience in mechanical design of bespoke machinery, automation systems, or special purpose equipment

Strong SolidWorks skills

Someone confident working independently, taking projects from concept to completion

Based within a reasonable daily commute of Hitchin (approx. 45 mins max)

Enjoys working in a close-knit, collaborative, and workshop-facing environment

Why join?
A fast-growing, design-led business with a strong reputation and loyal customer base

Exciting variety of projects across multiple industries

A flat structure where your input genuinely matters

Full visibility of your work - from idea to installation

If this sounds like the right kind of challenge, get in touch with Blair at ReeVR Talent for more info or to apply confidentially.

Not quite right? We're always open to hearing from mechanical design professionals in the automation and machinery space