Full job descriptionMechanical Design Engineer
Right to Work: Must have Right to Work - unfortunately our client cannot offer sponsorship at this stage
Location: Oxfordshire - 5 days per week on site
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Company
We are working with a Smart Manufacturing business providing cutting-edge automation solutions across aerospace, medical devices, automotive, and electronic domains.
The Role
We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join an experienced team. You will design everything from small retrofit camera assemblies to large-scale industrial automation machinery.
Key Responsibilities
*3D Design: Create mechanical models, detailed drawings, and schematics in SolidWorks under the Design Lead.
*Pneumatics: Produce full pneumatic system concepts, component specifications, and schematics.
*Visualisation: Produce 3D renders of concepts and machines for sales/marketing.
*System Integration: Specify automation components and design to international engineering standards.
*Hands-on Delivery: Collaborate with Applications Engineering to deliver projects on time, assisting with hands-on system builds as required.
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
*3+ years designing industrial automation or special-purpose machinery.
*3+ years experience with 3D CAD software (preferably SolidWorks).
*Degree-educated (2:1 or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
*Strong logical problem-solving abilities and high attention to detail.
*Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a team-first mindset.
Desirable:
*Integration experience with machine vision technologies.
*Rendering software skills (Blender, SolidWorks Visualize) or 3D printing experience.
*Full, clean UK Driving Licence.