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A well-established engineering manufacturer, recognised for its high-quality hydraulic and fluid power systems, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their close-knit design team. This is a great opportunity to work on innovative hydraulic manifold and valve system designs within a forward-thinking and technically focused environment.
Benefits:
- Salary: Competitive
- Location: Southam
- Hours of work - Monday to Thursday 08:30 - 5pm, Friday 08:30 - 4pm
- Private Medical Insurance after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period
- Annual Bonus - Company performance based.
- 31 Days Holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Company sick pay scheme
- Auto-enrolment Pension
The Role
Reporting to the Design Manager, you'll be responsible for the full design process - from concept through to production - ensuring solutions meet both customer and internal standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop design concepts and detailed engineering drawings for hydraulic manifold systems.
- Liaise with customers and suppliers to ensure designs meet project and performance requirements.
- Prepare technical calculations, costings, and project documentation.
- Source and manage suppliers, supporting quotations and manufacturing processes.
- Maintain control of drawing issues, revisions, and records.
- Support the inspection, testing, and continual improvement of hydraulic products.
Skills/experience required:
- Proven experience in a Design Engineer role, ideally within the hydraulics, mechanical, or fluid power sectors.
- Skilled in SolidWorks, DWG Editor, or DraftSight.
- Strong understanding of materials, machining, plating, and fluid power principles.
- Methodical, organised, and capable of managing multiple design projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Qualifications:
- HNC/HND (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Hydraulic Systems knowledge (Stage 1 & 2 or similar) is advantageous.
Why Apply?
You'll join a stable and respected engineering business with a supportive culture, modern design tools, and opportunities to work on technically varied projects across the hydraulic systems range.
Apply today! :)
