SolidWorks Mechanical Design Engineer

About Nitron Racing

Nitron Racing is a specialist engineering and manufacturing business designing and producing high-performance components where precision, functionality and quality are critical.

We are looking for an experienced
Solid Works Mechanical Design Engineer
to join our engineering team. This is a hands-on, broad-ranging role for an engineer with strong Solid Works skills, sound mechanical engineering knowledge and the ability to take designs from concept through to production.

You will develop mechanical designs, assemblies and detailed manufacturing drawings, working closely with our engineering, CNC machining and assembly teams.

A key focus will be
complex 3D modelling and surfacing
, including smooth compound curves and geometry
beyond straightforward flat-edged components
. Strong Solid Works surfacing and advanced modelling skills are therefore essential.

You will also produce accurate, fully toleranced, production-ready drawings with a strong understanding of
GD&T, while working alongside vehicle application engineers to develop new products from concept through to prototype and production.

The role will suit an engineer who enjoys solving complex design challenges and creating practical, manufacturable solutions.

• Produce detailed 3D mechanical designs and assemblies using
  Solid Works
  , including complex surfaces, compound curves and advanced 3D geometry.
• Create accurate, fully toleranced manufacturing drawings using
  GD&Tand appropriate drawing standards.
• Design components for
  CNC machining and production
  , considering materials, finishes, tolerances and manufacturing processes.
• Work closely with CNC machining, assembly and vehicle application teams to develop and optimise products from
  concept through to prototype and production
  .
• Identify and resolve design challenges to ensure products meet functional, dimensional and performance requirements.
• Maintain accurate CAD files, engineering documentation and
  Bills of Materials (BOMs)within the company's MRP/PDM systems.
• Support prototype development using
  3D scanning and 3D printing
  where appropriate.
• Contribute to product improvements and wider engineering development projects.

• Minimum 5 years' professional mechanical design engineering experience.
• Strong, demonstrable
  Solid Works
  expertise, including advanced modelling and surfacing.
• Proven experience designing
  complex geometry, surfaces and compound curves
  .
• Experience using
  PDM / product data management systems
  .
• Strong understanding and practical application of
  GD&T / geometric tolerancing
  .
• Good knowledge of
  mechanical engineering principles, CNC machining and Design for Manufacture
  .
• Understanding of engineering materials, finishes and manufacturing processes.
• Proven ability to take ownership of design projects and deliver
  production-ready solutions
  .
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail and engineering judgement.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary engineering and production environment.

• HNC, HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience using
  FEA
  to assess and optimise components.
• Experience with prototype development and product testing.
• Familiarity with
  MRP systems and BOM management
  .
• Experience using
  3D scanning and 3D printing
  .
• Experience with demanding or performance-critical applications.
• An interest in
  motor sport or high-performance automotive engineering
  .
• Knowledge or experience of
  suspension or shock absorber design
  .

We are looking for an experienced mechanical design engineer who takes pride in producing high-quality work and enjoys solving complex engineering challenges.

You will have strong attention to detail, a practical approach to…