Automation Experts Ltd
Mechanical Design Engineer
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Mechanical Design Engineer
£40-42k + Bonus, Company Health Insurance, Pension
33 Days Holiday, Chartered Engineer Development
Oxfordshire. Ref: 25621
A leading manufacturer of high-tech bespoke machinery is now on the lookout for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their close-knit team.
Part of a global technology group, the business combines expertise in many different areas to help blue-chip manufacturers improve productivity, quality and manufacturing performance across sectors including Medical Devices, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics and Precision Engineering.
Mechanical Design Engineer – The Role:
- Design bespoke mechanical solutions for machine vision and industrial automation systems using SolidWorks
- Develop mechanical concepts, detailed drawings and manufacturing documentation
- Produce pneumatic system designs, schematics and component layouts
- Specify mechanical components for bespoke automation and inspection equipment
- Create machine renders and concept visuals to support customer presentations and sales activities
- Work closely with Design and Applications Engineering teams to deliver projects on time
- Support the development of innovative machine vision and automation technologies
- Assist with the hands-on mechanical build and development of bespoke systems where required
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Mechanical Design Engineer – What We're Looking For:
- Minimum 3 years' Mechanical Design experience within Industrial Automation or Special Purpose Machinery
- Strong SolidWorks 3D CAD experience
- Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
- Experience designing pneumatic systems and mechanical assemblies
- Excellent problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
- Able to manage multiple projects and work effectively to deadlines
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach
Desirable Experience:
- Machine Vision or Vision System integration
- Rendering software such as Blender or SolidWorks Visualize
- 3D printing technologies
- Full UK Driving Licence
Why Join?
- Work on cutting-edge Machine Vision, Automation and Smart Manufacturing projects
- Be based at the prestigious Harwell Science & Innovation Campus
- Support towards IET Chartered Engineer status through a structured CPD programme
- Performance-related bonus and Company Health Insurance
- Join a supportive engineering team developing innovative technology for global blue-chip manufacturers
- Excellent opportunities for technical development and long-term career progression
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Located in Oxfordshire, this role would be commutable from Oxford, Didcot, Abingdon, Wantage, Newbury, Swindon and surrounding areas.
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For further information call Sarah Clarke on 01902 212000 or 07519 122547. Email: sarah.clarke@automationexperts.co.uk.
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