We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a key client of ours in Bedford. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years experience taking designs from concept to manufacture using Solidworks.The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and the confidence to collaborate with colleagues, clients, and suppliers as well as be flexible to attend site surveys.The Mechanical Design Engineer will be taking bespoke materials handling equipment from concept to completion including prototyping and liaising with the manufacturing team to ensure manufacturability.Key Requirements:Experience using CAD software to produce both 2D drawings and 3D models using Solidworks and AutoCADThis would ideally suit a candidate with experience designing metal fabricated products, machinery, material handling, mechanical systems or similarDegree or equivalent experience in Mechanical or Design EngineeringThe Mechanical Design Engineer will need to have good problem solving skills and ability to work autonomouslyMust have strong communication skills to collaborate with suppliers, customers and other departmentsThis role does offer Hybrid working after an initial settling in period Thank you for your application. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, unfortunately, we are not able to respond to every application personally; therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, please assume your ..... full job details .....