Job Details: Mechanical Design Engineer
Company
Manufacture Automated Machines
Location
Bedfordshire
Salary
£35,000 - £50,000
Job Ref.
24483
Job Type
Permanent
Date posted
25/06/2025
Benefits
Overtime
Contact
With over 30 years of experience in designing and manufacturing advanced automation & robotic systems, this innovative organisation leads the way in transforming food production worldwide. This company provides cutting-edge solutions that enhance precision, efficiency, and consistency in food processing. Team members enjoy a supportive and collaborative environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work on impactful, high-tech projects that shape the future of the industry.
Mechanical Design Engineer
£35K - £50K + Overtime
Bedfordshire
Ref: 24483
Mechanical Design Engineer - The Role:
- Adapt and customise existing machine designs to meet customer-specific requirements
- Lead mechanical design throughout the full project lifecycle—from concept to installation
- Produce detailed 3D models and 2D engineering drawings in SolidWorks
- Generate full design documentation: Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical files, and assembly instructions
- Design complete machine assemblies and sub-assemblies from the ground up in line with company and food industry standards
- Collaborate with electrical and controls engineers to ensure fully integrated systems
- Participate in design reviews, testing, build support, and final commissioning
- Ensure compliance with relevant machinery safety standards and hygienic design principles
Mechanical Design Engineer - The Person:
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 3–5 years’+ experience in mechanical design, ideally with automation, special purpose machinery, or food industry equipment
- Proficient in SolidWorks (or similar CAD software)
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, sheet metal design, fabrication, and assembly
- Familiarity with safety regulations, CE marking, and hygienic machinery standards
- Excellent attention to detail, documentation skills, and problem-solving mindset
- Comfortable in a hands-on environment and willing to see designs through from start to finish
Located in Bedfordshire, this role would be commutable from Milton Keynes, St Neots, Biggleswade and Rushden.
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