Mechanical Design Engineer – Special Purpose Machinery

Poole | Competitive Salary | Permanent
Exclusive role with a growing engineering business
Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer who loves solving complex problems and bringing bespoke machinery to life? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, long-standing engineering company where you’ll work on genuinely interesting projects from concept through to completion.
My client is expanding due to continued growth and is looking for a hands-on, creative engineer to join their close-knit design team.
What You’ll Be Doing*Designing mechanical components, assemblies, and mechanisms for custom-built machinery
*Taking ownership of projects from initial concept through to production, installation, and after-support
*Working closely with electrical and automation engineers to deliver fully integrated solutions
*Producing high-quality 3D CAD models and drawings (SolidWorks)
*Supporting continuous improvement, product development, and innovation
*Providing practical engineering input throughout the full lifecycle
What We’re Looking For*Experience in mechanical design for special purpose machinery, automation, robotics, or industrial equipment
*Strong 3D CAD skills (SolidWorks preferred, but similar packages considered)
*Confident working on bespoke, one-off or low-volume engineered solutions
*Able to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities
*A collaborative mindset with excellent attention to detail
Why This Role Stands Out*Work on varied, technically challenging projects — no two days are the same
*Join a well-established, respected engineering business with long-term stability
*Be part of a supportive, friendly team where your ideas are valued
*Genuine opportunity to influence design decisions and see your work come to life
If you’re a Mechanical Design Engineer who enjoys variety, autonomy, and hands-on engineering, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Kate for a confidential conversation.