Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Horsham, West Sussex Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum Hours: Full-time, Permanent My client is a leading UK-based design and manufacturing business specialising in advanced electro-mechanical systems for the defence sector. With a strong reputation for precision rotary mechanisms used in surveillance and fire control solutions, we are committed to driving innovation, quality, and excellence in everything we do. We are looking for a talented Mechanical Engineer to join their dynamic engineering team, helping to design, analyse, and deliver complex systems that operate in some of the most demanding environments. Key Responsibilities - Lead the design and development of precision electro-mechanical mechanisms and complex machinery. - Carry out engineering analysis, including stress, fatigue, and vibration calculations, supported by conventional methods and simulation tools. - Produce detailed engineering and assembly drawings for manufacturing. - Conduct lab testing for verification and conformance to design specifications. - Prepare clear and accurate engineering reports, including design documentation, failure investigations, and supporting customer requirements. - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate electronics, drives, and control systems into mechanical designs. - Contribute as a key member of a project design team, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to exacting quality standards. - Provide ongoing support to production, testing, field engineering, and sales teams (including input for bids and quotations). - Use SolidWorks 3D CAD to create designs and assist with new product development. Skills & Experience Essential: - Experience working within an engineering environment within a mechanical design position. - Strong background in designing complex mechanisms and structures for harsh environments. Ideally within a highly regulated industry. - Proven ability to take designs from initial concept through to production. - Experience analysing loads and designing for gear drives, bearings, and motors. - Knowledge of manufacturing techniques including machining, casting, fabrication, and moulding. - Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD or similar. - Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to produce technical reports and engage in design reviews. For more information please reach out to Max Sinclair max@holtengineering.co.uk or apply directly.