Vector Recruitment Ltd
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Mechanical Engineer
Bedford | £35,000 - £45,000 | 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract
The role is based in Bedford. There will be regular time spent with the engineering and manufacturing teams, although some flexibility around remote working will be available depending on project requirements.
A fantastic opportunity for a post-graduate engineer with some industry experience to develop valuable skills in product design, technical documentation, machinery compliance, and engineering best practice.
We're working with an established British engineering company that designs and manufactures highly engineered electromechanical products used in some of the world's most impressive residential, commercial, and specialist installations.
As part of a major engineering programme, the business is investing in strengthening and updating the technical documentation, compliance records, and supporting engineering evidence across a large and varied product portfolio.
This isn't just a document-control role. It's an opportunity to learn how products are designed, documented, tested, risk assessed, certified, and supported throughout their lifecycle. You'll work directly alongside experienced design engineers, technical specialists, and compliance professionals, gaining exposure to:
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- Product design
- Engineering drawings
- Bills of materials
- CE / UKCA compliance
- Machinery safety
- Risk assessments
- Testing and validation
- Product lifecycle management
If you're naturally curious, enjoy understanding how things work, and like getting into the detail of engineering systems, this role will give you experience that many engineers don't encounter until much later in their careers.
Mechanical Engineer - The Role
You'll be joining a small team responsible for reviewing, updating, and consolidating the engineering documentation associated with a large portfolio of electromechanical products.
The framework, processes, and technical leadership are already in place. What is needed now is a bright and organized engineer who can work methodically through the detail.
Typical activities will include:
- Reviewing existing drawings, bills of materials, specifications, and engineering documentation.
- Building and updating technical files using established templates and processes.
- Identifying missing information and working with engineers to fill the gaps.
- Supporting machinery compliance and CE / UKCA activities.
- Helping prepare product descriptions, installation information, and supporting technical documentation.
- Assisting with inspections, testing activities, and evidence gathering.
- Maintaining accurate document registers and revision histories.
- Working closely with design, manufacturing, and engineering teams to ensure product information is complete and accurate.
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Mechanical Engineer – Requirements
- A degree, HND, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
- Ideally at least a couple of years of industry experience.
- Experience producing or working with engineering drawings, bills of materials, manufacturing documentation, or technical reports.
- A good understanding of mechanical assemblies and how products fit together.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- The confidence to ask questions and work with experienced engineers to gather information.
Beneficial:
- Mechanical design
- Manufacturing engineering
- Product support engineering
- Technical documentation
- SolidWorks or similar CAD software
- Electromechanical products
- Machinery or automation equipment
- CE / UKCA compliance
Contact
Adam Mayne at Vector Recruitment Ltd on 01234 823373 or Adam@vrl.co.uk
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