Design Engineer (Mechanical Design)
Telford
Salary Negotiable (£45k to £48k)
 
We are recruiting an experienced Design Engineer with strong mechanical design experience to join a well-established engineering and manufacturing business that provides bespoke engineering solutions to customers across the food sector and other regulated industries.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking concepts from initial idea through to fully detailed designs ready for manufacture. You will play a key role in developing practical mechanical solutions, working closely with production and senior leadership to deliver high-quality engineered equipment.

The company offers a full in-house service including CAD design, sheet metal fabrication, conveyor systems, structural steelwork, laser cutting, installation, and ongoing machine maintenance.

Key Responsibilities
Design and develop mechanical equipment, systems, and assemblies from concept through to manufacture
Produce detailed 3D models and manufacturing drawings using CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
Lead the mechanical design of multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timelines and specifications are met
Design mechanical systems including conveyors, sheet metal assemblies, frameworks, and moving mechanisms
Ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and suitable for manufacture and installation
Conduct design reviews including tolerance analysis, stress considerations, and mechanical performance evaluation
Support prototype builds, testing, and design improvements prior to production
Work closely with manufacturing, fabrication, and installation teams to ensure designs translate effectively to production
Contribute to continuous improvement and product development initiativesSkills & Experience

Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, or similar discipline, or equivalent practical experience
Strong mechanical design background within an engineering or manufacturing environment
Advanced experience using CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
Proven experience designing mechanical systems, sheet metal components, fabricated structures, or conveyors
Understanding of mechanical assemblies, moving parts, tolerances, and manufacturing processes
Experience supporting prototype development and testing
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments
Experience within food production or regulated industries would be beneficial but is not essentialSalary & Benefits

Competitive salary depending on experience and technical expertise
Company pension scheme with employer contribution
28 days annual leave including bank holidays, with additional entitlement linked to service
Potential annual bonus based on individual and company performance
Life assurance after 12 months' service