Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Owen Daniels
  • Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
  • Feb 22, 2026
Contractor Engineering

Job Description

Role: Mechanical Design EngineerType: Full Time, 37 hours per weekSalary:Up to £65k p/a (Pro-rata) on a 6-month FTCHours: Mon-Thurs: 7:30am-6:00pm and Fri: 7:30am-3:30pmLocation: Cheltenham, GloucestershireOwen Daniels have partnered with a leading manufacturing company and we are recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer due to growth in the business.Mechanical Design Engineer - Key responsibilities:
  • Develop, cost-effective mechanical designs that are safe to build, test and maintain, ensuring suitability for purpose.
  • Produce mechanical components and assemblies, including 3D CAD models and fully detailed 2D manufacturing drawings.
  • Manage materials and components, compile parts lists, and maintain accurate data.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and external partners to refine designs, meeting agreed deadlines and contributing to reports and meetings as required.
Mechanical Design Engineer - Essential Skills & Experience:
  • HNC Mechanical Engineering or Higher
  • Proven track record in mechanical design engineering
  • Strong understanding of GD&T and material properties
  • Fully competent in SolidWorks
Mechanical Design Engineer - Benefits:
  • 25 days Annual leave + BH's
  • Pension scheme
  • Early finish on a Friday
If you feel you're a good fit for this position, then please apply with your latest CV or contact Amar in the Birmingham office for a confidential discussion.