Job title: Mechanical Design Engineer
Job type: Permanent / Fixed Term (Perm)
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Engineering
Functional Expertise: Engineering - Mechanical
Salary type: Annual
Salary: negotiable
Location: Unit S2 Mendip Business Park, , Axbridge, United Kingdom, BS26 2UG
Job published: 22/07/2025
Job ID: 240288
Contact name: Tom O'Reilly
Contact email: toreilly@pg-rec.com

Job Description

ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer

 

TERM- Permanent

 

LOCATION - Winscombe

 

SALARY- £30,000 - £45,000, dependent on experience

 

My client provides bespoke products and engineering solutions for the Water Industry. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Winscombe on a permanent basis.

 

The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

  • HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
  • At least 3 years’ experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation position
  • Previous experience in a similar role in a Water environment
  • Experience in the design of Pipework/Tanks/Vessels
  • Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo etc.
  • Knowledge of a variety of materials – sheet metal, injection moulded plastics etc.
  • Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
  • Proficient using MS Office
  • Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
  • Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team

 

The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:

  • Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
  • Liaising with manufacturing providers
  • Being involved in final assembly of products
  • Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
  • Updating 3D models and drawings
  • Inputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMs
  • Checking drawings for sign off
  • Working in a small multi-disciplinary team on varied projects

 

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.