Mechanical Design Engineer

Owen Daniels
Leicester, LE1 5YA, United Kingdom
Today
£40,000 – £50,000 pa

Salary

£40,000 – £50,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
13 Oct 2026 (Today)
Mechanical Design Engineer

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer looking for your next opportunity? Do you have experience designing precision machine components and fixtures, ideally within the aerospace sector? If so, this could be the perfect role for you.

Our client, a well-established engineering and manufacturing business, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Leicestershire. The successful candidate will have a strong mechanical design background, experience using Autodesk Inventor, and the ability to develop accurate, high-quality designs for precision engineering applications.

Mechanical Design Engineer
Permanent Position
Salary: Competitive (DOE)
Monday to Friday
Leicestershire

Mechanical Design Engineer
Job Description
• Design precision machine components, tooling, and fixtures for aerospace engineering applications
• Produce detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings using Autodesk Inventor
• Develop design solutions in line with technical specifications, tolerances, and manufacturing requirements
• Work closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to ensure designs are practical and suitable for production
• Support design modifications, problem-solving, and continuous product improvement

Mechanical Design Engineer
Essential Experience / Skills / Qualifications
• Previous experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer or similar design-focused role
• Proficient in Autodesk Inventor, with experience producing 3D models and technical drawings
• Experience designing precision machine components, fixtures, or tooling
• Background within aerospace, precision engineering, or a similar manufacturing environment would be advantageous
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, tolerances, and manufacturing processes
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and problem-solving skills

If you, or anyone you know are interested in the role, click apply or send your CV to.

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