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Job Title: Junior Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Hailsham, East Sussex
Salary: £Competitive DOE + Private Health Insurance
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Mon–Fri)
Holiday: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company Overview
We are a globally recognised manufacturer of advanced processing equipment for the aerospace, defence, and specialist materials industries. All equipment is designed and manufactured in-house, offering employees full lifecycle project exposure in a highly collaborative and engineering-led environment.

Role Overview
We are seeking a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development of innovative machinery and systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated early-career engineer to work on complex electromechanical designs, gaining exposure to real-world design for manufacture, assembly, and test.
Reporting to the Design Office Manager, you’ll play a key role in producing 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, and supporting documentation used in the manufacture of world-class capital equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Produce 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings of mechanical assemblies and components
 Collaborate with production, R&D, and senior design engineers to refine designs
 Support design reviews and update documentation in line with change requests
 Ensure designs meet internal standards and client specifications
 Assist with BOM creation and maintenance in the ERP system
Contribute to continuous improvement of design workflows and standards
Investigate and resolve minor engineering challenges during build and test phases Required Skills & Experience

Minimum 1 year of experience in a mechanical design role
Proficiency with 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, or similar)
Understanding of mechanical engineering principles, tolerances, and manufacturing processes
Able to interpret technical drawings, specs, and GD&T
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated, organised, and willing to take ownership of tasks Desirable Skills

Experience in low-volume, high-precision machinery design
Knowledge of materials, manufacturing methods, and component selection
Exposure to engineering change processes and documentation standards
Familiarity with PDM or CAD data management tools Why Join Us?

Contribute to real engineering solutions delivered globally
Gain hands-on experience in full lifecycle design and build projects
Work in a state-of-the-art facility alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
Competitive salary, benefits package, and private medical cover Why wait Apply today