Mechanical Design Engineer

Reference: 260501381_1781108119

Mechanical Design Engineer
£40,000 - £48,000 + Benefits

Butler Rose is delighted to be working in partnership with a well-established and growing manufacturing business to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that designs and manufactures high-quality engineered products for a diverse customer base. You'll play a key role in the full product lifecycle, from concept through to production.

The Role
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for developing innovative and practical design solutions, ensuring products meet both customer and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing and developing mechanical components and assemblies using CAD software
  • Producing detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation
  • Supporting product development from initial concept through to manufacture
  • Liaising with internal teams including production, quality, and procurement
  • Conducting design reviews and ensuring compliance with relevant standards
  • Supporting continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives

About You
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

  • Experience in a mechanical design engineering role within a manufacturing or engineering environment
  • Proficiency with 3D CAD (e.g. SolidWorks, Inventor or similar)
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and materials
  • The ability to take ownership of projects and work both independently and as part of a team
  • A proactive and detail-oriented approach

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary of £40,000 - £48,000
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Full-time, site-based role within a stable and growing business
  • Opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting projects

If you're looking for a new challenge within a supportive engineering environment, we'd love to hear from you.

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

£40,000.00 - £48,000.00
Per annum
GBP40000.00 - GBP48000.00 per annum
Added 10/06/2026
Reference: 260501381_1781108119

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