Mechanical Design Engineer

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

Location: Stroud

KO2’s client, a fast-growing and innovative technology company in Stroud, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in the development of advanced, next-generation, electronic products. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative engineering team working across the full product lifecycle in a dynamic, high-growth environment. The successful candidate will be required to go through SC Clearance, if you hold it already that is a bonus.

The Role

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will take ownership of mechanical design activities from initial concept through to production handover. You’ll work closely with electronics, software, and manufacturing engineers to develop robust, high-performance devices suited to real-world applications, with a strong focus on efficiency, size, and weight constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead conceptual design activities, generating innovative mechanical solutions
• Define device specifications in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Deliver detailed design using CAD, including assemblies and technical drawings
• Develop, build, and test prototype units, iterating designs based on performance and feedback
• Support design for manufacture (DFM) and transition to production, including supplier engagement
• Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, and regulatory requirements
• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes and product performance

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Engineer within product development environments
• Strong experience taking products from concept through to production
• Expertise in low power, lightweight design, ideally for compact or portable devices
• Solid understanding of materials selection, thermal management, and mechanical analysis
• Experience with 3D CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, or similar)
• Knowledge or exposure to optical engineering principles would be advantageous
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Ability to achieve SC clearance

Desirable Skills

• Experience working with precision components or opto-mechanical systems
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes (injection moulding, machining, etc.)
• Understanding of tolerance analysis and environmental testing

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work on innovative, real-world technology
• Join a rapidly growing company with strong career progression
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment
• Competitive salary, benefits, and flexible / hybrid working

Apply now with an up-to-date CV or contact KO2 Recruitment to learn more.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stroud

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English