Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title: Design Engineer East Yorkshire Competitive Salary Bonus Monday to Thursday 8am–5pm, Friday finish 2–2:30pm 25 Days Holiday Bank Holidays | Flexi Hours | In-House Training Are you a Design Engineer with a background in mechanical design and a passion for bespoke machinery? This is your chance to join a well-established international manufacturer. About the Company With multiple global offices and UK sites, this business supplies innovative capital equipment to the labelling and packaging industry. They design and manufacture custom-built machinery, with a huge focus on quality, reliability, and long-term customer partnerships. Staff retention is genuinely exceptional – many have been there 20–30 years. You’ll be joining a large mechanical design department, split into smaller specialist teams, where you'll collaborate closely with sales, production and R&D. What You’ll Be Doing * Designing modules and components using 3D CAD software (steel structures, machined parts, sheet metal for guarding) * Creating layout assemblies, BOMs, 2D/3D drawings, and supporting documentation * Liaising with the sales team to interpret customer requirements * Working closely with production to solve design/manufacturing issues * Supporting design for manufacture & assembly (DFMA) * Producing drawings to support safety and compliance * Participating in design reviews and continuous improvement projects * Occasional site visits and involvement in bespoke designs What You’ll Need * 2–5 years of experience as a Design Engineer or Mechanical Design Engineer * A recognised qualification in Mechanical Engineering (HNC or above) * Strong skills in 3D CAD – ideally SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, Solidedge, etc * Understanding of fabrications, assemblies, and production-friendly design * A team player mindset with solid communication and organisational skills * Bonus if you’ve worked with special purpose machinery or automation systems What’s On Offer * Competitive salary up to £45,000 depending on experience * Company bonus scheme based on business performance * 25 days holiday bank holidays * Flexible start and finish times * Early finish Fridays * On-site training and support * Long-term progression in a stable, growing company

Location: Sewerby, GB

Posted Date: 5/15/2025