Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

 Northamptonshire | Full-Time | £40,000 – £50,000 + Benefits

ATA Recruitment are supporting a well-established engineering business that specialises in the design and manufacture of bespoke mechanical and structural steel systems. Serving a wide range of industrial sectors, the company delivers high-quality engineered solutions from initial concept through to manufacture and installation.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects, they are now looking to expand their Project Management Team with an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to take ownership of design work across multiple engineering projects. You will play a key role in producing accurate 2D and 3D designs using SolidWorks, ensuring all outputs are practical, manufacturable, and delivered to a high standard.

You’ll work collaboratively with project managers, manufacturing, and sales teams, giving you full visibility of projects from concept to completion.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Engineering

• Produce detailed 2D and 3D CAD designs using SolidWorks
• Create fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Ensure drawing quality, accuracy, and compliance with engineering standards
• Maintain and update drawing revisions and databases
• Contribute to continuous improvement and product development

Project Collaboration

• Work closely with Project Managers and production teams
• Ensure designs meet both customer and manufacturing requirements
• Take a proactive and hands-on approach to engineering challenges

Administration & Compliance

• Issue drawings and manage engineering documentation
• Maintain BOMs within ERP systems
• Adhere to quality procedures and health & safety regulations

Skills & Experience Required:

• Experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer / CAD Engineer / Draughtsperson
• Strong proficiency with CAD Software
• Experience within steel fabrication or manufacturing environments
• Ability to produce accurate and detailed manufacturing drawings

Key Competencies

• Creative and innovative thinker
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Flexible, dependable, and self-motivated
• Excellent communication skills
• Team player with a collaborative mindset

Salary & Benefits

£40,000 – £50,000 (DOE)
Company pension contribution
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Opportunity to be part of a successful Project Management Team
Strong career development opportunities within a growing business

Apply Now

If you're a Mechanical Design Engineer looking to join a forward-thinking engineering company with strong project exposure, apply today with your CV.

ATA Recruitment are working exclusively with this client we will be conducting a short list starting today, we will conduct the 1st interview over the phone, and the successful candidates will then be forwarded to our client with our recommendation.

If you wish to be considered for this opportunity then please respond with your intention as we are looking to fill this role in the not-so-distant future, you will then be contacting by one of our Recruitment Consultant who will be able to provide more details. 

Contact:

Bav Patel

Recruitment Consultant

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ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website.   

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