Hybrid, requiring ~2 days per week at Warwickshire HQA well-funded, dynamic agricultural technology start-up is pioneering a novel, sustainable solution for crop cultivation. The company's core mission is to transform weed control by replacing chemical herbicides with a physical method.The company seeks a talented and knowledgeable Mechanical Design Engineer to join its team, working closely with the Lead Engineer.Core ResponsibilitiesThis is a product development-focused role, delivering on the company roadmap for new and existing agricultural machinery. Duties will also include:Design & Development: The Engineer will contribute to the development of agricultural machines, including parts, enclosures, hydraulic mechanisms, and electro-mechanical systems.Performance & Reliability: The role focuses on improving the performance and reliability of the existing machine fleet operating across the UK and Europe.Cost Reduction: The Engineer will critically attack the cost of existing machinery and contribute to the ground-up design of a new, lighter, more efficient machine (Value Engineering).Hands-on Work: The role involves hands-on build, development testing, and ad-hoc travel to customer sites for diagnostic/troubleshooting work.Essential Skills & ExperienceDemonstrable experience in Mechanical Design. The role could be a good fit for somebody at, or approaching, a 'senior' engineer level... equally those with around 3 or more years' experience with high potential are also encouraged to apply!Direct experience in the development and design of agricultural machinery a bonus... however experience in other heavy industries (e.g. construction, forestry, could also be deemed relevant).Proven experience in Design for Cost/Value Engineering.Competence with a major CAD package (Autodesk Inventor beneficial).Experience with production systems (e.g., engineering change control).Awareness of the Machinery Directive and risk assessment.The successful candidate must be able to work under pressure in a flexible, dynamic, start-up environment.Beneficial ExperienceExperience working with the following systems is advantageous:High voltagePTO driven machineryHydraulic systemsGenerators and 3 phase electrical systems