Experienced Mechanical Engineer - Instrument Design

Experienced Mechanical Engineer - Instrument Design

Newton Colmore is working with a tech company in Cambridge that manufacture a variety of instruments and systems, assisting them in their search for a mechanical design engineer.

We are looking for a talented Mechanical Engineer to join a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers working on breakthrough technology for several different sectors, from airport scanners through to radar systems.

You will own the full product lifecycle — from requirements capture through design, development, testing, and delivery to production — on projects ranging from proof-of-concept work to working prototypes.

What you will be doing.

Using SolidWorks and other 3D CAD tools, you will design a wide variety of solutions including products, assembly jigs, test equipment, and instrumentation.

You will also present proposed solutions through sketches, animations, and renderings, and get hands-on with build, testing, and troubleshooting.

Core skills required for this technical role.

• 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Catia, Creo or AutoCAD)


• CAD design & manufacturing


• Design for manufacture


• Welding & fabrication design


• Thermal simulation / modelling


• PDM experience or familiarity

Desirable experience (not essential)

• Electronics / PCB integration


• Supply chain liaison


• Ruggedised design


• Miniaturised / small form factor


• Active / passive cooling


• Additive manufacture

What is on offer

• Tailored salaries and comprehensive suite of benefits


• High employer pension contribution + monetary bonuses


• Autonomy and mentoring in equal measure


• Private medical insurance for you and your family


• 25 days holiday + bank holidays


• Lunch provided daily on-site


• EV leasing & Cycle to Work scheme


• On-site gym + sports & social clubs


• Enhanced family-friendly leave

Candidates must be eligible for UK security clearance.