Mechanical Design Engineer

Hours: Monday–Thursday 07:30–16:30, Friday 07:30–12:30

Contract Initial 6 Months

Location: Northamptonshire

Rate: £40.00–£45.00 per day

We’re looking for a proactive and skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our clients engineering team on a fixed-term basis, providing cover while a team member is away on extended leave.

This is a great opportunity to work within a manufacturer of conveying systems.

About the Role:

You’ll be responsible for designing, modelling, and documenting bespoke products and systems used in material handling operations. Working to a right-first-time approach, you’ll deliver accurate designs under tight lead times, ensuring all work meets internal guidelines and relevant safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Create 3D component and assembly models using Inventor Produce accurate 2D manufacturing drawings for laser cutting, welding, and assembly Generate layout drawings using AutoCAD LT Prepare technical manuals and engineering documentation (e.g., spares lists, test reports) Perform engineering calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Ensure all designs comply with ISO and Health & Safety standards Use Sage X3 to create Bills of Materials (BoMs) and product records Support development of new solutions through research and testing Liaise with Production, Purchasing, and other internal teams t...