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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Industrial Equipment Heavy Engineering | Stress Analysis | 3D CAD We are recruiting an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a specialist engineering team designing heavy-duty industrial mechanical equipment used in demanding environments. This role is ideal for a hands-on mechanical engineer with strong fundamentals in mechanical design, stress calculations and heavy machinery. You will play a key role in the design and development of large mechanical components and assemblies, ensuring designs are robust, manufacturable and capable of operating in high-load industrial applications. Key Requirements To be considered for this role, candidates should have: Minimum 5+ years’ experience in mechanical design engineering Experience designing industrial machinery or heavy mechanical equipment Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals Ability to perform manual stress and load calculations Strong experience using 3D CAD for mechanical design Experience producing detailed manufacturing drawings and assemblies Engineers from the following industries are particularly relevant: Heavy engineering • Industrial machinery • Rotating equipment • Mining equipment • Marine engineering • Power transmission • Materials handling • Power generation The Role Key responsibilities include: Designing industrial mechanical components and assemblies Producing 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings Carrying out stress, load and strength calculations Designing for manufacture, reliability and performance Supporting product development and engineering improvements Working closely with manufacturing and engineering teams CAD systems used include NX, Inventor and AutoCAD. Working Environment This is an on-site engineering role within a manufacturing and engineering environment. Engineers are expected to be comfortable working on-site five days per week, collaborating closely with production and engineering teams. Eligibility Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately visa sponsorship is not available, therefore candidates requiring sponsorship cannot be considered. This Role May Not Be Suitable For Graduate or junior engineers with limited industry experience Candidates with CAD-only backgrounds without mechanical engineering analysis experience Engineers from consumer product, plastics or light product design industries Candidates requiring UK visa sponsorship The Opportunity This is an opportunity to work on real mechanical engineering challenges, designing robust equipment used in demanding industrial environments

Process Development Technologist Sharnbrook Hybrid £34,000 - £50,000 Join one of six world class innovation hubs developing some of the world's most loved products. The site is home to the Advanced Prototype & Engineering Centre where every day is full of experiments of new formulations and production technologies We're looking for a hands-on Process Development Technologist to help turn breakthrough ideas into large scale, factory-ready products. What You'll Do * Work with formulators to take small lab batches and turn them into factory processes. * Write process specs and run manufacturing trials * Operate pilot plant machinery (mixing, batching, filling) * Produce test batches for consumer and clinical studies * Troubleshoot texture, processing and filling issues * Drive cost savings and explore new technologies What we're looking for: * Food Science, Chemical/Mechanical Engineering or similar background * Experience in FMCG, process engineering, or pilot plant operations * Practical, hands-on approach and strong problem-solving skills What you'll get: Hybrid working pattern Internal development that's taken seriously! Progression opportunities Salary £35,000 - £50,000 DOE Private Medical Discounted platform Bonus Up to 25 days holiday Up to 25% pension If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'. Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors. Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

Job Title – Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) Location – Bedford Salary: £37,000 - £42,000 + Overtime (£5,000 - £10,000 annually) Shift: Monday to Friday, 5:30am - 2:30pm (Flexi start times) Job Role The Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer will join a fast paced manufacturing business in Bedford where the Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer will play a key role in keeping production running efficiently and safely. This Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer position offers strong earning potential with regular overtime and the opportunity to work on a variety of automated and electrically biased equipment within a growing manufacturing environment. The Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer will benefit from ongoing training, exposure to continuous improvement projects, and real progression opportunities within a stable and expanding market. If you are a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a days based role with excellent overtime and long term security, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Sector – Industrial Manufacturing Non Negotiable Requirements of Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Must have worked as a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing environment Must be from a Manufacturing background Must be comfortable working in different working conditions Essential Requirements of Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Electrical bias with mechanical competency Experience carrying out planned and reactive maintenance Ability to fault find independently and minimise downtime Desirable Requirements of Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Experience within FMCG or high volume production Continuous improvement experience 17th or 18th Edition qualification The Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer will benefit from: Working for a stable and growing manufacturing company Monday to Friday days role with early finish Significant overtime opportunities Ongoing training and technical development Investment in engineering team and site equipment

We are seeking a Mechanical Design & Development Engineer to join a busy and dynamic company who develops bespoke automation systems, encompassing a myriad of different technologies including robotics, specialist purpose machinery, control systems and much more! This role would suit someone with sound SolidWorks / Inventor knowledge who thrives in a varied role, enjoys getting involved in full life‑cycle engineering, and wants to join a company where innovation, practical problem‑solving, and hands‑on involvement are genuinely valued. You’ll join a company that is genuinely growing, investing in new technology, and pushing the boundaries of automated solutions. You’ll work on meaningful projects, collaborate with experienced engineers, and have plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and influence real-world robotic systems. In return you can expect a competitive salary and benefits package, an excellent working environment and a management team which believes in investing in the team and offering strong support to allow all to flourish! Responsibilities: Supporting early‑stage proposals with concept models and ideas Developing new mechanisms, assemblies, and machine concepts using SolidWorks Building and testing prototypes Producing detailed part and assembly models, as well as high‑quality manufacturing drawings Working closely with electrical and controls colleagues to shape system behaviour and sensor strategy Liaising with suppliers, gathering costs, and helping with technical administration Creating BOMs, documentation, and 3D visuals for technical and marketing use Getting hands‑on during assembly, commissioning, and customer delivery of turnkey solutions Requirements: Strong SolidWorks skills (essential) Good understanding of mechanical engineering principles, machining, and fabrication Someone who enjoys being hands‑on as well as design‑focused A proactive mindset with a willingness to get stuck in across the project lifecycle Attention to detail and strong technical documentation skills Experience with motors, pneumatics, or special‑purpose machinery is a bonus