Our client is a well-established, innovative SME with over 25 years of experience delivering cutting-edge R&D services. Based in Derby, they specialise in designing, testing, and developing products for key industries such as aerospace, rail, pharmaceuticals, and renewable energy. Renowned for their high-quality work, they tackle challenging projects that combine mechanical design, electrical design, and software development.

The Role
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in creating bespoke test equipment and supporting innovative projects across multiple industries. You’ll have the chance to work on diverse engineering challenges, from concept design to commissioning, all within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Developing concept designs, proposals, and quotations.
  
  
• Creating mechanical designs and assemblies using 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred).
  
  
• Conducting FEA analysis and preparing detailed manufacturing/assembly drawings.
  
  
• Specifying equipment, managing suppliers, and overseeing manufacturing processes.
  
  
• Supporting assembly, rig-building, installation, and commissioning activities.
  
  
• Preparing risk assessments, user manuals, and project documentation.
  
  Who They’re Looking For
  This role is perfect for individuals with a strong mechanical engineering background and a passion for solving design and assembly challenges. You might be a graduate (BSc, BEng, MSc, MEng, PhD) or a time-served professional with significant experience in manufacturing and design.
  
  Essential Skills and Experience:
  
  
• Proficiency in 3D CAD design (SolidWorks preferred).
  
  
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  
  
• Understanding of manufacturing techniques and assembly processes.
  
  
• Familiarity with GD&T and working to drawing standards.
  
  
• Commercial awareness and project management expertise.
  
  What They Offer
  
  
• Competitive salary and company pension contributions.
  
  
• Private medical coverage.
  
  
• Generous leave package: 25 days annual leave, bank holidays, and discretionary Christmas shutdown.
  
  
• Flexible working hours (40-hour work week).
  
  
• Extensive training opportunities and a supportive work environment.
  
  We invite suitably experienced candidates to apply by following the appropriate links or by contacting Recruit 2 You directly who are acting as an employment agency for this hire.
  
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