Mechanical Design Engineer

Salary: Negotiable

Southam, Warwickshire
Construction White Collar and Freelance
Permanent

A well-established engineering manufacturer, recognised for its high-quality hydraulic and fluid power systems, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their close-knit design team. This is a great opportunity to work on innovative hydraulic manifold and valve system designs within a forward-thinking and technically focused environment.

Benefits:

Salary: Competitive
Location: Southam
Hours of work – Monday to Thursday 08:30 – 5pm, Friday 08:30 – 4pm
Private Medical Insurance after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period
Annual Bonus – Company performance based.
31 Days Holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
Company sick pay scheme
Auto-enrolment Pension

The Role

Reporting to the Design Manager, you’ll be responsible for the full design process – from concept through to production – ensuring solutions meet both customer and internal standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop design concepts and detailed engineering drawings for hydraulic manifold systems.
Liaise with customers and suppliers to ensure designs meet project and performance requirements.
Prepare technical calculations, costings, and project documentation.
Source and manage suppliers, supporting quotations and manufacturing processes.
Maintain control of drawing issues, revisions, and records.
Support the inspection, testing, and continual improvement of hydraulic products.

Skills/experience required:

Proven experience in a Design Engineer role, ideally within the hydraulics, mechanical, or fluid power sectors.
Skilled in SolidWorks, DWG Editor, or DraftSight.
Strong understanding of materials, machining, plating, and fluid power principles.
Methodical, organised, and capable of managing multiple design projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications:

HNC/HND (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
Hydraulic Systems knowledge (Stage 1 & 2 or similar) is advantageous.

Why Apply?

You’ll join a stable and respected engineering business with a supportive culture, modern design tools, and opportunities to work on technically varied projects across the hydraulic systems range.

Apply today! 🙂