Mechanical Design Engineer

THE CLEVER FISH RECRUITMENT LIMITED · Kirbymoorside, North Yorkshire

Mechanical Design Engineer at THE CLEVER FISH RECRUITMENT LIMITED, based in Kirbymoorside, North Yorkshire, paying £38,000 per annum. This is a contract role.

Salary
£38,000 per annum
Location
Kirbymoorside, North Yorkshire
Contract
Contract
Posted
53 minutes ago
Closes
17 Nov 2026
Sector
Mechanical Engineer

24% below the typical rate for mechanical engineer

Reference vacancies/mechanical-design-engineer

About the role

Mechanical Design Engineer Apply Now Or Call: [phone removed] Salary

£38k

Location

Kirbymoorside, North Yorkshire

Contract

Permanent

Schedule

37.5 hours Monday to Friday

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a well established and growing engineering and manufacturing business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 2 to 3 years’ design engineering experience who is looking to develop their career within a modern and technically advanced environment.

The company supplies high quality precision engineered products across a range of specialist industries and offers a stable long term opportunity within a supportive engineering team.

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Previous experience within a Mechanical Design Engineer or similar role
  • Minimum 2 to 3 years’ experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment
  • Experience using SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
  • Good understanding of mechanical engineering and manufacturing processes
  • Ability to read and produce engineering drawings
  • Strong communication and problem solving skills
  • Good organisational skills and ability to manage workload effectively
  • Confident using Microsoft Excel and general IT systems

Advantageous but not essential:

  • HNC, Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or Design Engineering
  • Experience within aerospace, defence or other precision engineering sectors
  • Knowledge of APQP or NPI processes
  • Experience working with CNC machining, fabrication or assembly processes
  • Exposure to project management activities
  • Understanding of FMEA and design validation processes

Key Responsibilities:

  • Producing 3D models, detailed drawings and mechanical designs using CAD software
  • Creating and updating bills of materials, process documentation and engineering records
  • Supporting prototype builds, testing and validation activities
  • Working closely with manufacturing and production teams to support efficient manufacture
  • Assisting with design improvements and new product development projects
  • Liaising with customers and subcontractors regarding technical requirements
  • Supporting technical queries and engineering problem solving activities
  • Ensuring designs meet quality, safety and customer requirements

This is a great opportunity to join a forward thinking engineering business that continues to invest in its people, equipment and future growth.

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Mechanical Design Engineer

Reference: vacancies/mechanical-design-engineer · Posted 53 minutes ago · Closes 17 Nov 2026 · Listed via THE CLEVER FISH RECRUITMENT LIMITED

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