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Mechanical Design Engineer

Platform Recruitmentcambridge, england🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 9 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

You'll thrive in this hybrid role as a Mechanical Design Engineer, contributing to innovative electro-mechanical instrumentation and seeing products move from concept to production, with a competitive salary of £45,000-£55,000. This position is perfect for a mid-senior engineer with a passion for DFM and a drive to make a tangible impact within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. Embrace this chance to grow your skills and advance your career by applying today!

Quick Overview

Salary
£45k - £55k/yr
Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Role: NPI / Electro-mechanical

Salary: £45,000–£55,000

Location: South Cambridgeshire


An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Design or Manufacturing Engineer to join a well-established and innovative product development company. The company specialises in the design and development of electro-mechanical scientific instrumentation, taking products from initial concept through to full-scale production.


You will be part of a multidisciplinary team, leading the transfer of R&D concepts through to manufacturable products as well as factory testing activities. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real impact by working on cutting-edge R&D projects and optimising concepts for seamless manufacturing.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Take R&D concepts to a manufacturable product
  • Ensure designs are optimised for manufacture and assembly
  • Lead factory acceptance testing
  • 3D CAD design
  • Build and test prototypes
  • Work closely with a cross-functional R&D team across electronics, software, and systems
  • Participate in design reviews, problem-solving sessions and continuous improvement initiatives


Skills & Experience Required:

  • Strong background in developing electro-mechanical systems
  • Experience in taking at least two products to manufacture is a must
  • Tooling, jigs and fixture design
  • DFM and DFMA experience
  • Strong 3D CAD design skills - Solidworks
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing techniques
  • Knowledge of semi-automated/automated production lines is advantageous


If you’re looking to join a business that values creativity, quality and innovation, then apply with a copy of your CV.

Skills

CAD
Mechanical Design
SolidWorks

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