Mechanical Design Engineer | Colchester area | £40,000 We are recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join an established and growing engineering and manufacturing business based in the Colchester area. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a variety of exciting projects, developing innovative mechanical products from initial concept through to manufacture. The successful candidate will work closely with an experienced engineering team, with opportunities to develop into an independent designer. Key Responsibilities Design and develop mechanical and electromechanical products using 3D CAD software Produce detailed engineering drawings, technical documentation and specifications Support product development from concept through to prototyping, testing and manufacture Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles, tolerance analysis and cost optimisation Work closely with engineering, manufacturing and project teams to deliver projects on time Identify design improvements and troubleshoot technical issues Support and mentor junior engineers where required Skills & Experience Required Previous experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer or Mechanical Designer, ideally within a product-based manufacturing environment Strong experience using SolidWorks for 3D modelling and design Good understanding of manufacturing processes, materials and engineering standards Experience designing mechanical components and assemblies Knowledge of design for manufacture, tolerances and cost-effective engineering solutions Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills Relevant engineering qualification or equivalent practical experience Desirable Experience SolidWorks PDM, CircuitWorks or SolidWorks Routing Sheet metal design and fabrication CNC machining and 3D printing Mechanical design for electronic systems What's on Offer 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays Option to buy and sell holiday Life assurance Company gym/spa membership Employee Assistance Programme Training and further education opportunities Company social events Opportunities for career development and progression Interested? If you're a Mechanical Design Engineer looking for an opportunity to develop your skills and work on a diverse range of engineering projects, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your updated CV to find out more