Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Premier Engineering
  • Poole, Dorset
  • Dec 25, 2025
Full time Engineering

Job Description

ROLE- Mechanical Design Engineer



TERM- Permanent



LOCATION- Poole



SALARY- 38,000- 45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

My client designs and manufactures bespoke products and machinery for process plants. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer with strong SolidWorks skills to join their team in Poole on a permanent basis.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

  • At least 3 years of experience in a similar CAD Design / Mechanical Engineering position
  • Strong experience with SolidWorks 3D CAD
  • Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
  • Knowledge of machinery, rotating equipment, pressure vessels or other process plant equipment would be beneficial
  • Previous experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
  • Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
  • Proficient using MS Office
  • Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
  • Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team


The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:

  • Using SolidWorks 3D CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
  • Reverse Engineering, developing products, testing and prototyping
  • Liaising with manufacturing providers
  • Being involved in final assembly of products
  • Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
  • Updating 3D models and drawings
  • Inputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMs
  • Checking drawings for sign off
  • Working in a small multi-disciplinary team on varied projects


If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.