Mechanical Design Engineer, Gb

Mechanical Design Engineer

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Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Poole
Salary: Up to £52,000
Type: Permanent | On-site

We’re working on behalf of an established and growing engineering company based in Poole that’s looking to recruit an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer. This is a hands-on, varied role within a fast-paced environment—ideal for someone who enjoys technical challenges and working across all areas of engineering.

You'll play a key role in new product development, continuous improvement, quality assurance, and production support—working collaboratively across departments to ensure efficient, effective engineering outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Design new products and improve existing ones using 3D CAD (Inventor, SolidWorks, etc.).
Support cross-functional teams including Design, Production, and Purchasing.
Create and maintain build documentation and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Conduct product and prototype testing; implement findings into the product range.
Update engineering drawings and manage changes.
Support QA procedures, including first-off inspections and supplier approvals.
Generate accurate CAD BoMs and maintain MRP BoMs.
Assist with cost reduction activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
Design experiments and compile reports to support performance validation.
Contribute to software configuration for specific product applications (desirable).

Skills & Experience Required:

HND or Degree in Mechanical/Design Engineering.
Minimum 5 years in a Design Engineering role.
Confident in generating manufacturing and inspection drawings.
Working knowledge of rotating assemblies, fluid handling, and electromechanical systems.
Experience with sheet metal, injection moulding, and casting design.
Comfortable working in a drawing office with change control procedures.
Understanding of DfM principles and working with suppliers.
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
Practical, hands-on approach with excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
Organised, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects under pressure.

Why Apply?

Be a key contributor in a growing engineering business.
Take ownership of projects and see your work through to production.
Work in a collaborative team with a wide variety of technical challenges.
Long-term career development opportunities in a stable and successful company.

Interested?
Please apply with your CV or get in touch directly for a confidential discussion:

Lewis Phillips
01582 369359
lphillips@versorecruitment.com

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Location:: Gb
Job Type:: FullTime

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