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Mechanical Design Engineer
Salary: Up to £42k
Hours: 09:00 to 4:30 Monday to Friday on site (Friday 4pm finish)- 37.5 hours per week
Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and pension scheme.
  • 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays.
  • Health insurance and training budget.
  • Free on-site parking.
  • Training Budget
    Are you ready to join a cutting-edge organisation that’s revolutionising inspection machines and artificial intelligence vision systems? This company has earned a global reputation for innovation, unmatched quality, and precision in machine vision systems for inspection, guidance, and identification.
    This company is based on a prestigious science campus. From ground-breaking medical designs to state-of-the-art industrial automation systems, our expertise spans the complete spectrum of factory automation processes. Trusted by blue-chip manufacturers worldwide, they are leading the way in transforming the future of vision technology.
    You will become part of a dynamic and ever-growing team in the high-tech sector. Innovation isn’t just a goal—it’s a way of life. With hundreds of systems installed globally, you’ll be at the heart of creating tomorrow’s technologies, today.
    We are seeking for an enthusiastic Mechanical Design Engineer to bring their creativity and expertise to our experienced engineering team. You’ll play a pivotal role in designing everything from small retro-fit camera systems to large industrial automation machinery.
    Key Responsibilities:
  • Design mechanical and pneumatic systems for industrial automation, creating concepts, schematics, and drawings in SolidWorks.
  • Specify components and ensure compliance with global standards.
  • Contribute to renders for marketing, hands-on system builds, and on-time project delivery.
  • Collaborate with Design and Applications Engineering teams to drive innovation.
  • Create mechanical designs and schematics for industrial automation systems. Encompassing concepts, drawings and schematics within SolidWorks under the guidance of the Design Manager.
  • Assist as required with hands-on mechanical build for automation systems.
    What We’re Looking For: Essential:
  • At least 3 years’ experience in industrial automation or special-purpose machine design.
  • Minimum of 3 years of industrial automation/special purpose machine design experience.
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD software (preferably SolidWorks).
  • A degree in Mechanical Engineering (2.1 or above).
  • Organisational skills, problem-solving ability, and a keen eye for detail.
  • Create mechanical designs and schematics for industrial automation systems. Encompassing concepts, drawings and schematics within SolidWorks under the guidance of the Design Manager.
    Desirable:
  • Familiarity with machine vision technology, rendering software, and 3D printing.
  • Full, clean UK driving licence.
  • Experience with 3D printing

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