Mechanical Design Engineer
25 days ago
Exeter
Mechanical Design Engineer Exeter | Up to £40,000 per annum DOE | Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm | Permanent Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of an established engineering business seeking a practical, hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer. This role is focused on delivering designs that work - not just in CAD, but in real-world production. You will develop new products, refine existing designs, and make sound engineering decisions that balance performance, manufacturability, and cost. Key Duties * Develop and release production-ready mechanical designs. * Improve and adapt existing products to enhance performance and efficiency. * Define manufacturing methods, considering in-house capabilities and external suppliers. * Identify and reduce design risk early through structured review and analysis. * Control tolerances to ensure reliable assembly and product performance. * Work closely with Production, Purchasing, and Development teams to ensure designs are practical and commercially viable. * Produce accurate drawings and Bills of Materials to support costing and manufacture. Requirements * Confident producing accurate 2D manufacturing drawings using GD&T best practice. * Strong 3D CAD capability (Solid Edge ideal, SolidWorks also considered). * Practical understanding of how design decisions impact cost, quality, and production efficiency. * Experience designing and developing sheet metal components and assemblies. * Proven track record of supporting products from prototype through to full manufacture. * Mechanical Engineering qualification or equivalent hands-on industry experience. What We Offer * Salary up to £40,000 per annum depending on experience. * Monday-Friday working hours, 8:30am-5pm. * Permanent position within an established engineering business. * Opportunity to contribute to real-world, production-focused design projects. Interested? Submit your CV today or contact the Exeter branch for more information. Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.