Mechanical Design Engineer
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- England,North West,Cheshire,Cheshire West and Chester
- Full Time, Contract
- Salary negotiable
Job Description:
Full job descriptionMechanical Design Engineer - Bespoke Machinery & AI
Location: Hybrid / Remote
Duration: 3-6 months, potential extension
IR35: Inside IR35
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer for an initial 3-6 month contract, supporting the design and development of bespoke machinery and special-purpose equipment. The role will involve producing detailed mechanical designs using SolidWorks and/or Autodesk Inventor, alongside exploring the application of AI tools to improve design workflows, engineering efficiency and product development.
The position offers a hybrid or remote working arrangement, with occasional onsite collaboration where required.
Key Responsibilities*
Develop 3D models, assemblies and detailed manufacturing drawings for bespoke machinery and special-purpose equipment.
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Take mechanical designs from concept development through to detailed design, manufacture and assembly.
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Produce engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs) and technical documentation.
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Design mechanical components, fixtures, tooling, machine frames and automated equipment.
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Collaborate with electrical, controls and automation engineers to deliver integrated machine designs.
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Explore and implement AI-assisted tools to support CAD workflows, design optimisation, documentation and engineering problem-solving.
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Review existing designs and identify opportunities to improve performance, manufacturability and cost efficiency.
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Support design reviews and liaise with manufacturing teams to resolve technical issues.
Experience Required*
Strong experience using SolidWorks and/or Autodesk Inventor for 3D mechanical design.
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Proven background designing special-purpose machinery, bespoke automation equipment or custom industrial machinery.
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Experience producing detailed manufacturing drawings and complex assemblies.
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Understanding of design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA).
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Practical interest or experience in using AI tools within engineering, CAD design or product development.
*
Ability to work independently and manage design deliverables within a contract environment.
Location: Hybrid / Remote
Duration: 3-6 months, potential extension
IR35: Inside IR35
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer for an initial 3-6 month contract, supporting the design and development of bespoke machinery and special-purpose equipment. The role will involve producing detailed mechanical designs using SolidWorks and/or Autodesk Inventor, alongside exploring the application of AI tools to improve design workflows, engineering efficiency and product development.
The position offers a hybrid or remote working arrangement, with occasional onsite collaboration where required.
Key Responsibilities*
Develop 3D models, assemblies and detailed manufacturing drawings for bespoke machinery and special-purpose equipment.
*
Take mechanical designs from concept development through to detailed design, manufacture and assembly.
*
Produce engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs) and technical documentation.
*
Design mechanical components, fixtures, tooling, machine frames and automated equipment.
*
Collaborate with electrical, controls and automation engineers to deliver integrated machine designs.
*
Explore and implement AI-assisted tools to support CAD workflows, design optimisation, documentation and engineering problem-solving.
*
Review existing designs and identify opportunities to improve performance, manufacturability and cost efficiency.
*
Support design reviews and liaise with manufacturing teams to resolve technical issues.
Experience Required*
Strong experience using SolidWorks and/or Autodesk Inventor for 3D mechanical design.
*
Proven background designing special-purpose machinery, bespoke automation equipment or custom industrial machinery.
*
Experience producing detailed manufacturing drawings and complex assemblies.
*
Understanding of design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA).
*
Practical interest or experience in using AI tools within engineering, CAD design or product development.
*
Ability to work independently and manage design deliverables within a contract environment.
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