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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
About Our Client
Global leader in process and packaging technology, specialising in innovative solutions for the food industry, delivering high-quality packaging systems that ensure food safety and efficiency.
The Role
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will join a small, dynamic design team to develop complex mechanical assemblies and mechanisms for food packaging machinery using advanced 3D CAD systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop mechanical components for customer and development projects
- Lead technical aspects of projects and provide guidance to junior team members
- Collaborate with electrical engineering teams to ensure integrated solutions
- Create concepts, design schemes, and production-ready documentation
- Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with safety standards
- Interface directly with customers during specification meetings
- Support project builds and commissioning activities
- Contribute to cost-effective design solutions
Requirements
- 5-10 years' experience designing complex mechanical assemblies using 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
- Working knowledge of pneumatic systems and electrical drive systems (servo technology)
- Food packaging machinery experience preferred (or transferable skills from similar industries)
- Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Mechatronics) - Minimum HNC required
- Strong 3D modelling skills with ability to produce detailed 2D drawings
- Knowledge of machinery directives and UKCA/CE marking
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Technical Knowledge Areas
- Packaging machinery mechanics
- Safety and hygienic design principles
- Product handling equipment and feeding mechanisms
- Servo motion technology and pneumatic systems
- Materials knowledge (metals, plastics, composites)
Offer
- Competitive salary package with pension and health benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements
- Collaborative work environment
- International project exposure
