Mechanical Design Engineer

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Role: Electro-mechanical

Salary: £50,000–£55,000 (dependent on experience)

Location: South Cambridgeshire

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a well-established and innovative product development company. The company specialises in the design and development of electro-mechanical scientific instrumentation, taking products from initial concept through to full-scale production.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team, leading the transfer of R&D concepts through to manufacturable products as well as factory testing activities. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real impact by working on cutting-edge R&D projects and optimising concepts for seamless manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take R&D concepts to a manufacturable product
• Ensure designs are optimised for manufacture and assembly (DFM/DFMA)
• Lead factory acceptance testing
• 3D CAD design
• Build and test prototypes
• Work closely with a cross-functional R&D team across electronics, software, and systems
• Participate in design reviews, problem-solving sessions and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills & Experience Required:

• Strong background in developing electro-mechanical systems
• Experience in taking a product to manufacture is a must
• Tooling, jigs and fixture design
• Strong DFM and DFMA understanding
• 3D CAD design skills - Solidworks
• Strong understanding of manufacturing techniques

If you’re looking to join a business that values creativity, quality and innovation, then apply with a copy of your CV.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Fowlmere

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-08-2026

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