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🌟 Mechanical Design Engineer 📍 Caerphilly, Wales (on-site, with 1 WFH day after probation) 💷 £50,000 - £60,000 Lead the design of innovative consumer tech products. We’re seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing R&D team and take ownership of new product development. You’ll work across the full design lifecycle — from concept and CAD modelling to supplier collaboration, technical reviews and preparing designs for mass production. This role is ideal for someone with strong 3D CAD skills (SolidWorks or similar), experience in consumer products, and the confidence to lead design direction while supporting the wider engineering team. 🔧 Key Responsibilities • Lead mechanical and industrial design from concept to production, • Create high-quality 3D CAD and engineering drawings, • Collaborate with contract manufacturers to refine designs, • Define assembly methods and ensure designs are manufacturing-ready, • Support thermal simulation work with accurate drawings, • Drive design and test reviews, technical analysis and supplier communication, • Mentor junior engineers, • Quarterly travel to manufacturing partners (Mainland China) 🎯 What You’ll Bring • BEng/MEng in Mechanical Engineering (or similar), • 15+ years’ experience in mechanical design, • Strong background in consumer electronics or similar products, • Full lifecycle design experience, • Excellent CAD skills and understanding of design principles, • Clear communication and confidence presenting to teams and leadership, • Ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced environments, • Portfolio or examples of previous work Bonus: PDM knowledge, FEA/CFD experience, injection moulding, 3D printing, mentoring experience. ⏱️ Hours Full-time | Monday–Friday, 9:00–17:30 (37.5 hrs) *Flexitime - Flexible working hours when working in the office. Start between: 7-10am, Finish between: 3-6pm. Team members are expected to be present for any meeting between these times. Ability to accrue up to 8 hours flexi time. 🎁 Benefits 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off, flexible benefits including healthcare options, pension scheme, and lifestyle perks

Senior Electrical Design & Software Design Engineer Location: Bristol (Hybrid / Site-Based) Industry: Packaging Machinery | Automation | Industrial Engineering Overview We are recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering and manufacturing client within the packaging and industrial automation sector. Due to continued growth, our client is seeking a Senior Electrical Design & Software Design Engineer with strong PLC and control systems expertise. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-speed machinery projects from concept through to commissioning, with scope to lead technical aspects of multi-disciplinary engineering projects. Key Responsibilities * Electrical design of automated machinery control systems * PLC software development using Rockwell (Allen-Bradley) and Beckhoff (TwinCAT) * Control system safety analysis using Sistema * Ensure compliance with CE marking, NEC, CSA, and UL standards * In-house commissioning and occasional on-site commissioning (UK & overseas) * Collaboration with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams * Technical leadership on projects involving multiple engineering disciplines * Evaluation and implementation of new automation and control technologies * Continuous improvement of machine performance, reliability, and safety Skills & Experience Required * HND or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related discipline * Strong experience in electrical design and PLC software development * Hands-on experience with Rockwell / Allen-Bradley PLCs * Hands-on experience with Beckhoff / TwinCAT PLC systems * Background in packaging machinery, automation, or special-purpose machinery * Knowledge of functional safety, risk assessment, and Sistema * Understanding of CE, UL, CSA, and NEC compliance * Ability to work independently and lead technical elements of projects * Strong fault-finding, problem-solving, and commissioning capability * Excellent communication skills and customer-facing experience * Willingness to travel occasionally (UK & international) Benefits Package * Paying up to £57000 with regular reviews * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays * Pension scheme * Life assurance * Medical cashback / healthcare plan * Income protection scheme * Cycle to Work & technology purchase schemes * Employee wellbeing and mental health support * Ongoing training and career development opportunities * International project exposure Why Apply? Senior-level role with technical ownership Work on innovative, high-value automation projects Long-term career development and progression Supportive engineering-led culture Exposure to international customers and projects Client does not offer sponsorships. Our client is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs

Mechanical Design Engineer North Shropshire Permanent up to circa £45,000 per annum Monday to Friday – 37.5 hours per week Prince are happy to be supporting an established client based in the north Shropshire area, who currently have a fantastic opportunity to join their existing design team. Due to company growth and exciting, upcoming projects, this business is looking to expand their design team and skillset by bring a new Mechanical Design Engineer onboard. You will be involved with designing new and bespoke products, as well as revising and improving existing product ranges. Other responsibilities will include liaising directly with customers and internal departments on design requirements and advising on technical matters where possible. The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for: • Supporting with the design of new and bespoke products in compliance with industry and client specifications, • Prepare and review 3D models, fabrication drawings and BOM’s using CAD software, • Ensure that the designs meet performance, safety and regulatory requirements, • Collaborate with internal manufacturing teams to optimise designs for manufacturability, • Perform engineering calculations, • Develop and maintain design documentation, data sheets and technical specifications, • Provide technical support through the manufacturing, inspection and testing phases, • Support sales with quotations, • Liaising directly with customers and suppliers on design requirements and specifications, • Researching other products in the market to generate ideas for improvement, • Providing technical advice and support on design requirements, • Working with both 3D and 2D software systems such as AutoCAD/ Inventor/ Solidworks Skills and Experience • Must have experience with 3D software (AutoCAD/ Inventor/ Solidworks), • Finite Element Analysis exposure/ understanding would be advantageous, • Relevant qualification would be ideal but not essential, • Must be within commutable distance – Must drive or have access to own transport, • This role would suit someone who has previously worked as a Mechanical Design Engineer/ Design Engineer/ Mechanical Designer The application process: Our mission is to support our clients in their creation of an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to providing a barrier-free recruitment process, so if you require any reasonable accessibility adjustments within the application process, then please make it known at the earliest opportunity. We will carefully consider your details and advise you if we're able to progress with your application within 72 working hours. If you do not hear from us within this time your details won’t be retained. So, if you're not successful on this occasion, do continue to respond to future roles we advertise. In the meantime, all good wishes and continued success with your search for employment. About Us Prince Personnel are an employment agency working on behalf of our client. Whether you’re seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment or contract you’ll find us easy to deal with. Located in thriving Telford, we focus on jobs in Shropshire, Staffordshire and North Wales. Prince Personnel specialise in commercial, accounts and finance and technical recruitment. With the best jobs around we are an independent agency working hard for you. Reference: AA26748

Injection Moulding Technical Manager Location: South Wales Type: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: Competitive Salary (DOE) An established and growing manufacturing business in South Wales is looking to bring an Injection Moulding Process Engineer into their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced process engineer to take ownership of moulding process optimisation, support new product introductions, and drive improvements in quality and efficiency within a high-performing technical team. This role offers the opportunity to develop into a Technical Manager position. Responsibilities - Injection Moulding Technical Manager Set up and fine-tune injection moulding machines for optimal cycle times and product quality Analyse and improve current processes using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies Support production teams with hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving Conduct trials and validations for new tools, materials, and product launches Collaborate with internal departments including tooling, maintenance, and quality Work closely with partner facility to implement best practices at the Hengoed site Develop and maintain process documentation such as setup sheets, validation reports, and work instructions Support tooling trials and participate in design reviews for manufacturability and process capability Perform process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ) and ensure compliance with quality standards (ISO 9001, ISO 13485) Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for process-related issues Monitor and report on KPIs including scrap, cycle time, and downtime Identify and implement cost savings and efficiency improvements Promote knowledge sharing and skill development across the technical department Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement activities Requirements - Injection Moulding Technical Manager Previous experience in injection moulding process engineering within a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of polymer materials, mould tool design, and moulding machine operation Proficient in process analysis and validation tools (DOE, SPC, FMEA) Familiarity with automation and robotics in moulding operations is advantageous Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills Qualifications - Injection Moulding Technical Manager Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, or a related field Technical certifications in injection moulding (e.g. RJG, G&A) are a strong advantage Knowledge of regulated industry standards such as ISO 13485 (medical devices) is beneficial Benefits - Injection Moulding Technical Manager Competitive salary depending on experience Opportunity to work in a technically challenging and rewarding environment Ongoing professional development and training Supportive team and collaborative working culture Career progression potential within a growing business For further details, please contact Kieren Provis on 01453 829776, or email Omega Resource Group is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors. We are always seeking Engineering Staff, Senior Managers, Skilled and Semi-Skilled Machinists, Mechanical Fitters, Electrical Fitters, Quality Engineers, Materials Science Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Electronics Engineers, Test Technicians, Technical Authors, and Laboratory Technicians to name but a few. For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field, please visit our website: Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors. TPBN1_UKTJ

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