Mechanical Design Engineer – Exciting Opportunity! Salary: circa £35,000 (range £30,000–£40,000)Location: Hook, HampshireWorking Pattern: 4 days office-based, 1 day from homeExperience: 1–3 years (placement or industry)Education: Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline)The Opportunity:We’re looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer who’s ready to take the next step in their career. This role offers the chance to be hands-on with product design, prototyping, testing, and technical documentation, supporting a diverse range of products across electrical components, cables, and CCTV systems.It’s a fantastic opportunity to gain end-to-end engineering experience - from CAD design through to collaborating with international manufacturing teams, while making a real impact on the products our customers rely on.What You’ll Do:

Design and prototype mechanical components (including medical devices) using SolidWorks.
Collaborate with UK & Asia manufacturing teams to ensure smooth, production-ready designs.
Support compliance with ISO standards (ISO 9001 & ISO 13485).
Create technical documentation (datasheets, manuals, installation guides).
Contribute to optimising design processes for quality, speed, and cost efficiency.
Work closely with Quality, Sales, Operations, and Business Development teams.

What We’re Looking For:

Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related).
1–3 years’ experience in mechanical engineering or product design.
Confident CAD skills (SolidWorks).
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communicator, proactive and collaborative.
Eligible to work in the UK (no restrictions).
Full UK driving licence.

Bonus Points For:

Knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection moulding, electronics assembly, 3D printing, cleanroom manufacturing).
Extra training/certification in CAD or Design for Manufacture.

About the Division:This role works closely with a specialist CCTV division that designs and supplies robust, reliable camera systems used across industries such as transport, security, and commercial installations. The engineering team plays a vital role in ensuring that mechanical and electronic design come together seamlessly, delivering innovative solutions built to perform in demanding environments.Why Join?

Salary in line with your experience (£30,000–£40,000).
Hybrid working (4 days in the office, 1 from home).
Hands-on, varied role with real ownership and development opportunities.
Friendly, collaborative culture where character and team fit really matter.

If you’re a motivated Mechanical Design Engineer who’s eager to grow, learn, and make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of innovative engineering solutions!Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity.

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