The RoleA well-established UK engineering manufacturer is expanding and looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer to support ongoing growth and product development.Working within the R&D team, you will be involved in both new product design and the improvement of existing solutions, contributing to engineering projects from concept through to testing and validation.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop new products and improve existing designsBuild and test prototypes throughout the development processAnalyse test results and recommend next stepsProduce and maintain bills of materials (BOMs)Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver project objectivesSupport R&D activity across multiple product linesWhat You’ll NeedEngineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, or Product Design)Experience in product development or design engineeringStrong 3D CAD experience (ideally Autodesk Inventor)Ability to read and interpret engineering drawingsExperience with product testing and validationStrong organisation and communication skillsAbility to work independently and manage multiple tasksDesirable:R&D or innovation-focused engineering experienceWhat’s on OfferCompetitive salaryDiscretionary bonus (profit share)25–30 days holiday + bank holidaysPension scheme, life assurance, and health insuranceOngoing training and career developmentWellbeing support (mental, financial, physical)Social activities allowanceFree on-site parkingWhy This RoleThis is a hands-on engineering role within a stable, long-standing manufacturing business that continues to invest in innovation. You will have exposure to varied projects and the opportunity to contribute to the full product lifecycle.