Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

2 days ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Platform Recruitment Full time £50,000 - £65,000 per year

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Special Purpose Machinery

Location:
Cambridgeshire

Salary:
£50,000-£65,000

Role:
Complex Machinery Design

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for creating complex special-purpose machinery? Platform is partnering with a leading engineering company that specialises in the design and development of bespoke machinery, delivering cutting-edge solutions to high-tech industries. This is an exceptional opportunity to be involved in full product development - from initial concept right through to production.

Key Responsibilities:

  • 3D CAD design

  • Prototype, test, and validate designs

  • Translate team requirements into detailed specifications

  • Conduct feasibility studies

  • Design precision mechanisms for electro-mechanical systems

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams

Key Requirements:

  • Background in special purpose machinery, automation, or capital equipment

  • Proven experience in taking a product from conceptual stage to production

  • 3D CAD design (SolidWorks, Inventor)

  • Produce manufacturing drawings

  • Strong knowledge of fabrication, machining, and assembly techniques

  • Hands-on and practical approach to engineering

If you're a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for special purpose machinery, apply now with your updated CV



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