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Progressive Recruitment
Mechanical Design Engineer
United Kingdom
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- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 5 hours ago
- Salary
- 40800.00 - 53000.00 GBP Annual
- Recruiter
- Progressive Recruitment
- Closes
- 22 Apr 2026
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Mechanical Design Engineer
Location – BristolHybrid & Flexible WorkingUp to 53K + Package
Mechanical Design Engineer
Progressive GE are partnered with a global engineering consultancy that deliver complex electromechanical product development for high regulation, high integrity industries. They work on systems where safety, reliability and technical rigour matter, taking products from concept through design, analysis, prototypes, testing and manufacture readiness. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline into (Apply online only) they are recruiting a Mechanical Design Engineer for the Bristol office.
You will gain exposure across the full multi disciplinary process working alongside Electronics, Software and Human Factors teams. The work is varied, technically challenging and suits someone who enjoys solving real engineering problems rather than repetitive design tasks. You will also take ownership of technical work packages or small projects, contribute to larger proposals and take responsibility for your own development.
This Mechanical Design Engineer role is ideal for someone who wants full lifecycle involvement with genuine technical variety. You will work across concept generation, detailed mechanical design, CFD or FEA analysis, prototype builds, hands–on test activity and preparation for manufacture. Projects typically involve complex electromechanical assemblies used in regulated sectors so strong engineering judgement and a structured approach are essential.
What you will be doing as a Mechanical Design Engineer
Delivering mechanical design work across the full lifecycle from concept through design, analysis, prototype, testing and into manufactureCapturing requirements clearly and translating them into design outputsProducing 3D models and detailed drawings with strong DFM and DFA principlesApplying CFD or FEA to support and validate design decisionsDesigning complex electromechanical assemblies including mechanisms and motor driven gearingSupporting prototype builds followed by hands–on testing and refinementPresenting work to clients and supporting junior colleagues
What We Are Looking for:
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similarExperience across the full mechanical design lifecycle including concept requirements capture, design, analysis using CFD or FEA, prototype work, testing and manufactureExperience in working on and in multidiscplinary project teams (electronics, human factors, software)Strong 3D CAD capabilityExperience working to BS8888 / Geometric Tolerances / GD&TExperience with electromechanical systems, mechanisms or drivetrain assembliesComfortable working in a consultancy or SME style environmentClear communicator with a structured, practical approach to problem solving
Salary & Key Benefits for the Mechanical Design Engineer Role:
Salary up to 53,000Annual bonus schemeHybrid working with flexibility on hoursPrivate healthcarePension with salary exchangeEnhanced family leaveCycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes
Location Recap and why this Mechanical Design Engineer Role may interest you?
This Mechanical Design Engineer role is based in Bristol and is commutable from Bristol, Bath, Weston super Mare, North Bristol, South Gloucestershire, Frome, Bridgwater, Swindon or Cheltenham or anywhere around a sixty minute drive.
This will suit someone who enjoys varied electromechanical design work, wants exposure to the full design lifecycle and prefers a project led environment with lots of technical variety.
If that sounds like you please apply below.
To find out more about Progressive please visit (url removed)
Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Ad ID: 5418200641
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