Mechanical Design Engineer

Position: Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Crawley
Salary: 40,000 – 45,000 DOE
Job Type: Full–time, Permanent

Mechanical Design Engineer required for a specialist manufacturer of bespoke automation and special–purpose machinery based in West Sussex.

Our client is a well–established engineering business that designs and manufactures innovative automated production equipment and robotic systems supplied to customers across the UK and internationally.

• Design and development of bespoke automated machinery and robotic systems using Solid Works
• Produce detailed manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings and Bills of Materials
• Design mechanical components, fabricated assemblies, machined parts and pneumatic systems
• Support new product development and continuous improvement projects
• Work closely with electrical, controls, manufacturing and production teams
• Participate in design reviews and technical problem–solving activities
• Support machine build, testing and commissioning activities when required

• HNC/HND or Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline
• Previous experience within a machinery, automation, robotics or special–purpose equipment environment
• Proficient with 3D CAD software, ideally Solid Works
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including machining, fabrication and assembly
• Experience producing detailed engineering drawings and BOMs
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems and automated machinery would be advantageous
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

• Salary 40,000 – 45,000 DOE
• Monday to Friday
• Company pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities
  
  Opportunity to work on innovative automation and robotic machinery projects
• Additional company benefits to be discussed at interview