Job Description:

Mechanical Design Engineer

£(phone number removed)

Location: Bristol, UK

**Please note: Sponsorship visa will not be provided by the employer**

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a well-established and financially stable engineering organisation specialising in the design and manufacture of bespoke automated machinery and industrial equipment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges and wants to develop their career within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. The company values individuals with a positive attitude, strong technical capability, and a desire to contribute to continuous improvement and innovation.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for developing mechanical design solutions for bespoke machinery and automated equipment, ensuring designs are safe, cost-effective, reliable, and meet customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems and bespoke equipment solutions from concept through to manufacture and commissioning.
• Produce high-quality engineering drawings, general arrangements, bills of materials, and associated technical documentation.
• Develop practical and cost-effective solutions to technical challenges and design requirements.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant health and safety regulations, industry standards, and customer specifications.
• Work closely with manufacturing, assembly, and project teams to support successful project delivery.
• Support machine testing, commissioning activities, and technical problem-solving when required.
• Contribute to product standardisation, modularisation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Liaise with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure assigned projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Skills and Experience

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a mechanical design engineering role.
• Experience designing bespoke machinery, special purpose equipment, packaging machinery, or automated systems.
• Strong CAD experience, with knowledge of SolidWorks and PDM systems being highly desirable.
• Good understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Knowledge of machinery safety standards, CE regulations, and health and safety legislation.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive, organised, and customer-focused approach.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally when required.

Interested in applying for the role? Send the CV to Luana Ferreira at (url removed) or call her on (phone number removed).

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.