King's Lynn | £40,000-£45,000 per annum (guide) | On-site | Special Purpose Machinery | SolidWorks
Key points:
Location: King's Lynn
Salary: £40,000-£45,000 per annum, DOE
Work: Design special purpose / bespoke machinery from concept through to manufacture
CAD: SolidWorks (essential)
End-to-end exposure: Work closely with the workshop/build team, see designs turned into real machines
Variety: Bespoke project work rather than repetitive design tasks
The role (summary)
You'll take ownership of mechanical design for special purpose machinery-developing concepts, producing production-ready designs in SolidWorks, and supporting the build/assembly phase to ensure designs are practical, safe and fit for purpose.
Key responsibilities
Design mechanical assemblies and special purpose machinery from concept to completion
Produce accurate 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings (SolidWorks)
Create/maintain BOMs, drawing packs and technical documentation
Participate in design reviews and implement continuous improvement changes
Liaise with workshop/production teams to ensure buildability and correct function
Work with suppliers on component selection and technical queries
Support troubleshooting and design modifications during assembly/commissioning
Ensure designs align with expected safety and quality standards
Experience & skills
Essential:
Proven experience designing special purpose machinery (or bespoke automated/mechanical equipment)
Proficiency in SolidWorks, able to produce complex assemblies and detail drawings
Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and manufacturing knowledge
Ability to produce clear, accurate drawings and documentation
Desirable / preferred:
GD&T, tolerancing, materials selection, and standard component knowledge
Why apply:
Permanent role in a supportive, family-run business
Hands-on collaboration with fabrication teams and real influence over product design
Overtime paid at time and a half
HRGO Recruitment offers permanent and temporary jobs across the UK. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. We aim to respond to all applications. HRGO is an equal opportunities employer.
