Mechanical Design Engineer - Oxfordshire

Location:

Oxford | Salary:
Up to £60,000 | Type:
Permanent | Full-Time.

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design and development of advanced mechanical systems and precision‑engineered assemblies used within high‑performance industrial equipment.

Working across the full product lifecycle, you will be involved in concept development, detailed design, prototyping, testing and production release activities within a modern engineering environment.

You will play a key role in refining and developing complex assemblies associated with:

• Automated machinery
• Precision motion systems
• High‑accuracy engineered components
• Specialist manufacturing equipment
• Integrated electro‑mechanical systems

The role requires strong 3D CAD design capability, attention to engineering detail and the ability to solve complex mechanical integration challenges within a fast‑paced technology environment.

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using 3D CAD tools
• Produce detailed manufacturing drawings to recognised engineering standards
• Carry out tolerance analysis and support precision assembly requirements
• Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles
• Support prototype builds, testing and engineering investigations
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, specifications and build instructions
• Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering and manufacturing teams
• Ensure designs comply with relevant quality and regulatory standards
• Support continuous improvement and future product development activities
• Contribute towards innovation and advanced manufacturing initiatives

• 5+ years' experience within mechanical design engineering
• Background designing industrial equipment, automation systems or capital equipment
• Strong 3D CAD experience within complex mechanical environments
• Autodesk Inventor; experience with Autodesk Vault for configuration control and release management
• Experience working with PDM/PLM systems for design and release management
• Strong understanding of precision engineering and tolerance analysis
• Experience producing manufacturing drawings and engineering documentation
• Proven application of DFM/DFA principles

• Experience working with precision motion or high‑accuracy systems
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing or automation environments
• Experience operating within Agile engineering teams
• Interest in emerging engineering technologies and modern digital engineering tools

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing advanced engineering business working on innovative technology within a highly skilled technical team. The company offers a collaborative environment where engineers are encouraged to contribute ideas, influence product development and work on technically challenging projects with real‑world impact.

Please apply with an up‑to‑date CV to find out more.