Mechanical Design Engineer (Solidworks / Fabrication)

Shape a flagship product from concept to production. This Mechanical Design Engineer role in Harlow offers £50,000-£55,000, real ownership, and the chance to bridge industrial design, engineering, and manufacturing on a connected hardware programme. It is a rare opportunity to work across precision manufacturing and consumer electronics in one office-based role. This Mechanical Design Engineer will turn strong product concepts into manufacture-ready engineering output. You will sit close to design, supply chain, and manufacturing, helping the business deliver a key connected product with more rigour and speed. Translate concepts into production-ready mechanical designs and engineering specifications Lead DFM decisions across housings, materials, tooling, and manufacturing constraints Own CAD models and drawings in Siemens NX to manufacturing standard Work with China-based manufacturing partners to resolve build and quality issues Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or Design Engineering ~5+ years as a Mechanical Design Engineer, Product Design Engineer, or Design Engineer ~ Proven experience taking products from concept through tooling into manufacture ~ Strong DFM knowledge across injection moulding, plastics, and manufacturing processes ~ Experience integrating electronics mechanically, including PCB mounting, wiring, and thermal considerations Full-time, permanent role Office-based in Harlow Career-defining product work in connected hardware and precision engineering Occasional travel to manufacturing partners For a Mechanical Design Engineer or Product Design Engineer who likes being close to the work, this team will suit you. You will have the space to challenge ideas, improve manufacturability, and see your decisions shape what actually gets shipped.