Job Description

Position: Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Bedford
Salary: 35,000- 48,000
Mechanical Design Engineer required for a robotics & automation company based in Bedford. The ideal candidate will be highly proficient in SolidWorks and have a strong background in mechanical design, product development, and manufacturing processes, additionally if you have experience in CNC machining it's a great bonus.
Mechanical Design Engineer Overview

• Design robotic automation components and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Create 3D models, 2D drawings, and Bill of Materials (BOMs) for manufacturing.
• Collaborate with electrical and software teams to ensure integrated system performance.
• Conduct design reviews, feasibility studies, and tolerance analysis.
• Support prototyping, testing, and validation of mechanical systems.
• Optimize designs for cost, performance, and manufacturability (DFM/DFA).
• Generate and maintain accurate engineering documentation.
• Assist in troubleshooting and improving existing systems in the field.

Mechanical Design Engineer Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in mechanical design, ideally in robotics or industrial automation.
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks (assemblies, detail drawings, simulations).
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, gears, actuators, and motion components.
• Experience with materials selection and common manufacturing processes (machining, sheet metal, 3D printing).
• Understanding of GD&T, FEA tools, and design validation techniques.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary- 35,000-48,000
• Overtime pay and stay away pay scheme
• Cycle to work, pension scheme and other standard benefits.
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Work in a collaborative, innovative, and fast-paced environment
• Monday to Thursday 8am to 5pm Friday 8am to 1pm

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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