Mechanical Design Engineer

Position: Mechanical Design Engineer (Permanent)
Location: Breckland District

Role:
Mechanical Design Engineer (open to graduate applications)
Salary: £30,000 to £40,000 DoE
Perks:
Hybrid Working / Early finish on a Friday!

Build It. Model It. Bring It to Life.

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer or recent graduate looking for an exciting opportunity?

Do you want to join a globally renowned UK manufacturer where your Inventor skills will help turn concepts into production-ready designs?

If that sounds like you, keep reading.

The Opportunity

We’re hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our clients innovative team.

In this role, you’ll work on mechanical systems and control solutions, designing machinery and sheet metal components. You’ll gain hands-on experience, supporting engineering projects from concept through to full documentation and production.

This is a hybrid role, with 3 days on-site and 2 days remote, and an early finish at 12:30 pm on Fridays.

What You’ll Be Doing

* Model and refine mechanical components using Autodesk Inventor and other engineering software.

* Draft and revise engineering drawings to meet client specifications and internal standards.

* Produce Bills of Materials (BOMs) and basic design documentation.

* Apply DFM (Design for Manufacturing) principles to ensure designs are practical and production ready.

* Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, and other team members to support ongoing projects.

* Assist with sub-contractor and vendor communications related to technical information and documentation.

* Help improve engineering processes and contribute to departmental initiatives.

* Record and monitor your project hours and ensure deadlines are met.

What You’ll Need

Must-Haves:

* Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (graduates are welcome to apply).

* Strong mechanical design skills, ideally with machinery or sheet metal design experience.

* Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor

* Experience creating BOMs and applying DFM principles.

* Excellent problem-solving, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively in a team.

* Eligibility to work in the UK; personal vehicle preferred due to site location.

Why Join Us?

Your designs won’t just stay in CAD, they’ll be built, tested, and used in real-world applications. You’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative team that values innovation, practical problem-solving, and continuous improvement