Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Automation

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Automation & Robotics

Location: Remote - UK

Salary: £60,000 - £73,000 + Benefits

Design Complex Automation Systems. Solve Real Engineering Challenges.

Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking to work on cutting-edge automation and robotics projects?

We're looking for a talented engineer to join a growing team responsible for designing bespoke automated machinery, robotic systems and advanced manufacturing solutions for highly regulated industries.

This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to work on complex, technically challenging projects from concept through to customer approval, collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop innovative automation solutions that solve real-world manufacturing challenges.

If you have a background in automation, robotics, special purpose machinery or complex mechanical systems and enjoy taking ownership of projects from initial concept through to delivery, we would like to hear from you.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in developing bespoke automation systems, working closely with customers, applications teams and engineering specialists to create practical, innovative and commercially viable solutions.

You will be involved at the front end of projects, helping define customer requirements, develop system concepts, identify technical risks and ensure designs are ready for successful delivery.

This role offers significant variety, technical challenge and the opportunity to influence the design and development of advanced automated systems used within highly sophisticated manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

Design bespoke automated machinery, robotics systems and special purpose equipment using SolidWorks
Develop automation concepts, machine layouts and mechanical system designs
Define project scope, requirements and technical specifications
Produce engineering documentation and handover packages for detailed design teams
Identify technical risks and develop practical engineering solutions
Work closely with electrical, controls, robotics and manufacturing engineering teams
Support customer meetings, technical reviews and design presentations
Conduct site visits to gather project requirements and evaluate upgrade opportunities
Contribute to design reviews, engineering change activities and continuous improvement initiatives
Support design-for-manufacture, cost optimisation and system performance improvements

What We're Looking For

Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
Strong SolidWorks design experience
Experience designing automated machinery, robotics systems, automation equipment or special purpose machinery
Proven background in mechanical design engineering within a manufacturing or automation environment
Understanding of design-for-manufacture principles
Experience working with PLM and ERP systems
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
Comfortable working directly with customers and cross-functional engineering teams

Desirable Experience

Robotics integration
Industrial automation
Special Purpose Machinery (SPM)
Packaging machinery
Pharmaceutical, biotech or life sciences equipment
Manufacturing automation
Systems integration projects

What's on Offer

£60,000 - £73,000 basic salary
Hybrid working
Exposure to advanced automation and robotics technologies
Technically challenging, bespoke engineering projects
Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development
Collaborative and supportive engineering environment
Opportunity to influence the design of next-generation automated systems
If you're a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience in automation, robotics, special purpose machinery or advanced manufacturing equipment and you're looking for a role where your ideas and expertise will genuinely make an impact, apply today for a confidential discussion.

Note : Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed