Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title: Design Engineer (Mechanical – Bespoke Machinery)
Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 (Depending on Experience)
Working Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00am–4:30pm, Friday 8:00am–3:30pm

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer looking to work on bespoke machinery projects where every design is different? Would you enjoy being hands-on and seeing your ideas come to life in a project-driven environment?

We’re working with a long-established engineering company based in Newark that specialises in the design and manufacture of custom-built machinery and systems for the food processing sector. With one of their senior engineers due to retire this year, they’re now looking to bring in a new Design Engineer to join the team and support across multiple live projects.

The Role:

As Design Engineer, you’ll be responsible for:

* Designing bespoke machinery and conveyor systems

* Creating 3D models and manufacturing drawings using Solid Edge

* Attending site visits 2–3 times per month for surveys and modifications

* Updating and modifying existing equipment drawings

* Working closely with internal teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency from concept to production

Requirements:

* Experience using Solid Edge (or similar 3D CAD software)

* Previous experience in mechanical design for machinery or fabricated systems

* A...