Based in Cross Hills, our client is a globally recognised, market-leading designer and manufacturer of high-precision machine tool systems. Operating across multiple countries and serving some of the world's most demanding engineering sectors, this is a business with a strong heritage, a reputation for technical excellence, and a collaborative culture that values engineering integrity at every level.

The Role

We are looking for a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to join an established engineering team, working on the design and development of complex mechanisms, machine systems and assemblies. This is a genuinely varied role that spans the full product lifecycle, from concept and design through to supporting manufacturing, assembly and commissioning.

You'll work cross-functionally across the business, liaising with Sales, Production and Assembly teams, and play a key part in driving design improvements and value engineering initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

* Design and develop new components, mechanisms and machine systems to meet project and customer requirements

* Adapt and refine existing designs to meet customer specifications and engineering standards

* Support manufacturing and assembly teams during machine build and commissioning

* Issue machine parts on SAP in line with delivery schedules

* Conduct design reviews, DFMEAs and PFMEAs

* Liaise with the Sales team to provide technical support for bids and proposals

* Create and maintain high-quality engineering documentation and customer records

* Identify opportunities for design improvement and value engineering

* Work in accordance with the highest standards of health, safety and engineering governance

Senior candidates will additionally take a lead role in engineering governance, change control, technical sign-off, and mentoring within the team.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

* Minimum HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

* Previous CAD experience, ideally Siemens NX

* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

* Strong communication and organisational skills

* Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Senior level additionally requires:

* Significant experience in mechanical design within a machine tool, special purpose machinery, or capital equipment environment

* Proven experience within formal engineering governance frameworks (design control, reviews, change management)

* High level of competence in GD&T and tolerance analysis

* Experience supporting assembly, commissioning and troubleshooting of complex machines

Salary & Benefits

* £40,000 - £45,000 salary depending on experience

* 28 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (36 days total)

* 5% employer pension contributions

* Health cash plan

* Retailer discounts scheme

* Excellent working culture

If you have the skills and passion for precision mechanical design, we'd love to hear from you - apply today with a full CV or contact the Jess at Cubed Talent for a confidential discussion