Mechanical Design Engineer

My client in Cheltenham is currently in need of a Mechanical Design Engineer due to ongoing expansion. My client is trusted globally by a wide range of businesses, from start-ups to multinational companies, spanning industries such as dairies and pharmaceuticals. They specialise in improving efficiency and production capabilities through their state-of-the-art, bespoke manufacturing machinery and control systems. My client typically automates end-of-line, repeatable, labour-intensive processes at speed by designing and building innovative machinery, integrating robotics, and implementing vision inspection technology. They are currently seeking to appoint another Mechanical Design Engineer to their team. Reporting to the Engineering Director, the new team member will bring customers' automation goals to life, designing special-purpose machinery and working across various industry sectors (mainly in food and beverage and plastic container handling), tackling some truly groundbreaking projects. The role involves working as part of a close-knit team, primarily based in-house, with occasional travel to customer sites—mainly across the UK, Ireland, as well as parts of Europe and the USA. The Mechanical Design Engineer will create new solutions from scratch, whether as single units or more often as part of larger, complete turnkey automation solutions. My client welcomes applications from recent graduates to seasoned professionals. What matters most is the energy and attitude brought to the role. With their rapid growth, this is an exciting time to join the team and collaborate with a fantastic group of people! Responsibilities include: * Design and development of new and existing components/products * Conceptual Design * Conceptualising new automation solutions * Detailing existing designs * Site layout design * Producing BoMs to accompany all designs * Project management * Ownership of certain customers projects from conception, design, build, customer delight! * Ensuring all projects are delivered to the highest possible standards and in a timely fashion To be considered for the role, you will be experienced in: * Special purpose machinery design (ideally) * Manufacturing industries / processes * Liaising with customers/suppliers * Working in 3D primarily (Auto Desk Inventor) You will: * Have a great attitude - divas need not apply! * Hold a mechanical engineering degree / similar or minimum 3 years CAD Draughtman experience * Have good working knowledge of Autodesk Inventor / other Autodesk Programs * Have a good eye for detail * Self-starter with an inquisitive mind * Able to work autonomously and as part of a team * Be a great problem solver and be tenacious * Be fluent in English (second language is a plus) * Presentable and articulate * Be eligible to work and live in the UK If this sounds like you, then here’s what’s on offer: A competitive salary, depending on experience Opportunity to earn spot bonuses/awards for outstanding contributions Contributory Pension Scheme (after probationary period) 21 days holiday per annum plus statutory holidays Additional holiday for long service Private Health Insurance for you, your partner and children (after probationary period) Cycle to work scheme (after probationary period) Great colleagues! Normal Hours: Monday-Thursday 08.00 to 17.00, Friday 08.00 to 14.00 (Note there may be occasional travel with longer hours) Their location is fairly rural and not served by public transport, so own means of transport is essential! Location: Cheltenham Salary: £35k - £50k PLEASE RESPOND WITH AN UP TO DATE CV TO BE CONSIDERED