Mechanical Design Engineer
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Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Salary

    Competitive

  • Location

    Bradford

  • Job type

    Contract

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Contract Design Engineer (SolidWorks)
Bradford, North Yorkshire (3–4 days on-site, remainder WFH)
6 months initially
Outside IR35
ASAP start 

Role & Responsibilities
  • Re-create legacy product drawings and generate new 3D models and 2D technical drawings using SolidWorks.
  • Develop full specification documentation for existing products (e.g., shower stools, rehab equipment).
  • Produce assembly instructions and product manuals, including exploded views and rendered images.
  • Create and document jig/fixture drawings to ensure complete manufacturing records
  • Support the transition of acquired products into UK manufacturing facility.
  • Assist with design and documentation of additional product lines as the project evolves.
Skills & Experience
  • Strong background in tubing design and manufacturing-focused engineering.
  • Experience with Metal Fabrication processes
  • Hands-on experience with DFM principles and understanding of jig/fixture design.
  • Not purely a product designer — must be familiar with manufacturing environments and practical production considerations.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a varied, evolving workload.
  • Comfortable producing technical documentation and manuals from scratch.
If you feel you have the above experience please apply with your most recent CV.