Machine Design Engineer

Morgan Ryder Associates

Remote-friendly

Machine Design Engineer

Global Industrial Machining Equipment

Portsmouth, Hampshire | Hybrid Working

Design Machines. Solve Real Engineering Problems. See Your Work Used Worldwide.

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer who enjoys designing machines, mechanisms and moving systems rather than static structures, piping or process equipment?

We are partnering with a globally recognised engineering manufacturer developing specialist industrial equipment used across critical sectors including energy, marine, infrastructure and heavy industry. As the business continues to invest in new product development, an opportunity has arisen for a Senior Machine Design Engineer to play a key role in designing the next generation of innovative industrial machinery.

This is a role for someone who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges and enjoys taking products from concept through design, testing and launch.

Key Tasks:

  • Lead engineering projects from concept through to manufacture and product launch.
  • Design complex electro-mechanical systems and industrial machinery.
  • Develop mechanical assemblies, mechanisms, gear-driven systems, linkages and precision moving components.
  • Produce detailed CAD models and engineering drawings using SolidWorks or Inventor.
  • Carry out engineering analysis including FEA, tolerance stack-ups and design verification.
  • Support prototype development, testing and validation activities.
  • Work closely with manufacturing, operations, suppliers and customers to deliver robust, commercially viable solutions.
  • Drive product improvement through DFMEA, root cause analysis and structured NPD processes.

What We Are Looking For

We are particularly interested in engineers who have designed:

  • Special purpose machinery
  • Industrial equipment
  • Machine tools
  • Material handling equipment
  • Capital equipment
  • Automation systems
  • Electromechanical products

Essential Experience

  • Degree qualified Mechanical Engineer (or equivalent).
  • Strong CAD skills (SolidWorks or Inventor preferred).
  • Proven experience leading projects from concept through to delivery.
  • Experience designing mechanical systems, machinery or complex assemblies.
  • Knowledge of FEA, GD&T and tolerance analysis.
  • Experience of DFMEA, root cause analysis and formal product development processes.
  • UK Right to Work.

Relevant Backgrounds

  • Machine Design Engineer
  • Mechanical Design Engineer
  • Special Purpose Machinery Designer
  • Capital Equipment Engineer
  • Product Development Engineer
  • Industrial Equipment Designer

Why Join?

  • Work on products used worldwide.
  • Take ownership of technically challenging projects.
  • Join an engineering-led business where innovation is valued.
  • Design equipment that solves real customer problems in demanding industrial environments.
  • Hybrid working available.
  • Genuine opportunity to influence product development and engineering direction.

Interested?

Apply now to discuss this confidential opportunity and learn more about joining an ambitious engineering business with global reach and exciting product development plans

At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions.

We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.

Our commitment:

Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.

Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes.

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