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CAD TechnicianPreston£28,000 - £35,000 Basic + Full Training + Career Progression + Job Satisfaction + Stability + Work Life Balance + Holiday + Healthcare + Monday - Friday Role + BonusSolidify your career now as a CAD Technician where you'll receive full training and ongoing support to become a specialist in your field, with genuine day-to-day job satisfaction.
You'll benefit from an excellent work life balance and the opportunity to grow in a stable, varied role within a supportive technical team.
Join now and enjoy long-term stability, development, and an attractive overall package.This company designs and manufactures specialist systems for commercial and industrial applications.
Due to continued growth, they are looking for an additional CAD Technician to join their highly skilled design and engineering team.
You'll work with cutting-edge technology and play a key role in exciting projects from concept through to completion.
The CAD Technician Role Will Include:
* Creating detailed CAD drawings and Building Information Models (BIM)
*Working closely with engineering, manufacturing, and project teams
* Office-based role in Preston
* Meeting internal and customer deadlines
The Successful CAD Technician Will Have:
*Any CAD background (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar)
* Engineering, construction, or design background (preferred but not essential)
*Strong attention to detail and ability to read technical drawings
*Ability to commute to Preston sitePlease apply or send your CV to for immediate consideration.Keywords:CAD Technician, Junior CAD Technician, Design Technician, CAD Designer, Mechanical CAD Technician, Electrical CAD Technician, Draughtsperson, Draftsperson, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, 2D CAD, 3D CAD, Engineering Design, Manufacturing, Technical Drawings, Preston, Lancashire, Chorley, Leyland, Blackburn, Blackpool, Bolton, Wigan, Lancaster, PR1, PR2, PR3, PR4, PR5, PR6, PR7This vacancy is being advertised by Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd.
The services of Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd can only accept applications from candidates who have a valid legal right to work in the United Kingdom.
Candidates without this right, or with pending applications, should not apply as their details will not be processed. We endeavour to respond to all applicants; however, due to the volume of applications received, we can only guarantee contact with candidates who have been shortlisted. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: City of Preston, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: perm
Salary / Rate: £28000 - £30000 per annum + + Full Training + Career Progression
Posted: 2026-02-09 13:58:33
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Embedded Software Engineer - Biotech or Medical Devices - Cambridge
An established and growing Biotech and Medical Devices company, based in Cambridge, is currently looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join them and take responsibility for the continued development of their software on electro-mechanical devices that are used in the biotech and medical devices sectors.
Based in Cambridge, you will be working alongside scientists, engineers, designers, physicists and other medical devices and biotech industry experts in the development this cutting-edge medical device.
Ideally, you will have worked within the Biotech or Medical Devices sectors previously and have knowledge of ISO 13485, IEC 62304 and ISO 14971.
The company has the unique ability to offer an excellent benefits package, pension, medical insurance, life assurance and some other excellent benefits alongside a competitive starting salary.
We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible and interviews will happen quickly, with this in mind, if you are interested in the role, I suggest making an application now or risk missing out.
For more information, please feel free to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices, Biotech and Drug Discovery recruitment specialists, Newton Colmore, on +44 121 268 2240 or submit an application, and a member of our team at Newton Colmore will be in touch with you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: bonus, enhanced pension
Posted: 2026-02-09 10:02:23
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Principal Mechanical Design Engineer - Medical Devices - Cambridge
A growing Medical Devices team, based in Cambridge, is currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the development of cutting-edge Medical Devices in the fields of Health Technology, Biotech, and Wearable Tech.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of developing devices to ISO 13485 standards that have successfully reached the market, spanning various sectors within Medical Devices.
In addition to past experience in inventing and designing Medical Devices, candidates are expected to hold a degree in a relevant field that led them into Mechanical Design or the Medical Devices industry.
You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of experts, including Industrial Designers, Electronics Engineers, Physicists, Software Engineers, and Scientists.
Some projects may require you to take the lead, which is why this is a principal-level design engineer role.
This company places a strong emphasis on providing continuous training and development to help you advance your career.
In addition to career development and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies, you will receive an excellent salary, annual bonuses, healthcare coverage, gym membership, an enhanced pension, and other outstanding benefits.
The company's expansion is driven by successful growth plans, including the construction of brand-new labs.
If you are seeking an exciting and challenging career, we recommend submitting an application now to start the recruitment process.
The organisation frequently creates roles for individuals with the right skills.
Therefore, even if you believe the role may be slightly too senior or junior for you, we encourage you to apply so that we can explore potential opportunities together.
For further information, please do not hesitate to contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices Recruitment and Scientific Recruitment Specialist at Newton Colmore, at 0121 268 2240.
Alternatively, you can submit an application, and a member of our team at Newton Colmore will be in touch.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialist recruitment company focused on the Medical Devices, Science, and Machine Learning fields. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Negotiable
Posted: 2026-02-09 09:51:25
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Medical Devices Consultant - Senior Mechanical Engineer - Cambridge
Due to the growth of a leading Medical Devices organisation, we are currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Project Manager, Medical Devices Inventor, or Mechanical Design Consultant for a newly approved role.
The company is based in Cambridge and boasts some of the most impressive labs globally, which they are currently enhancing even further.
You will collaborate with other experts in Medical Devices who have backgrounds in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Electronics Design, Electronics Engineering, Physical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, and various other skills essential for inventing Medical Technology.
Consequently, teamwork will be crucial.
In this role, you will lead projects, necessitating experience as a consultant, project manager, or another role involving interactions with third parties.
Additionally, you will apply your skills hands-on, directly contributing to the development of new Medical Devices.
We require several years of experience in Mechanical Design of Medical Devices.
Familiarity with any 3D CAD tool is acceptable, as we understand that you can be trained on the necessary tools when required.
However, knowledge of SolidWorks would be advantageous.
Most individuals in similar roles hold a degree in a Mechanical Engineering field, but experience takes precedence.
In terms of experience, we welcome candidates ranging from those stepping up to a Senior Mechanical Engineer role to individuals with several years of experience as a Medical Devices Consultant or Senior Mechanical Engineer.
This organisation has an outstanding track record of fostering continuous learning to keep you at the forefront of the Medical Devices sector.
Consequently, opportunities for career and skills development are always available.
In addition to these benefits, you will receive an excellent salary (commensurate with your level of experience), a substantial bonus, a generous pension plan, healthcare coverage, complimentary meals throughout the day, life assurance, access to social clubs, wellness programs, an onsite gym, and other exceptional perks that are not commonly offered by most companies.
We anticipate substantial interest in this role, so if you are interested, we recommend submitting your application promptly.
The organisation is open to candidates with varying levels of experience.
If you possess some of the required skills but not all, it may still be worth applying as training could be provided (though you must have industry experience as a Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Designer for Medical Devices as a minimum).
For more information, please feel free to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices Recruitment and Scientific Recruitment Specialist at Newton Colmore, at +44 121 268 2240.
Alternatively, you can submit an application, and a member of our team at Newton Colmore will contact you.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialised recruitment company operating within the fields of Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, and Field Service Engineering sectors. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Negotiable
Posted: 2026-02-09 09:50:25
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Senior Marine Design Engineer
Southampton
£50,000 - £65,000 + Package + Hybrid Working + Design Authority + Long-Term Stability + Pension + Holidays
Secure your next move as a Senior Mechanical Marine Engineer within a privately owned, design-led naval architecture and marine engineering consultancy working at the upper end of complex vessel engineering.
This role is intentionally aimed at experienced marine designers who already operate at ship scale and want to work in an environment where engineering judgement carries weight.The business operates with a small, highly experienced multidisciplinary team, delivering mechanical systems design alongside naval architecture and structures.
Projects span large, complex vessels and superyachts up to ~10,000 tonnes, with work undertaken from concept through to detailed design and class approval.
Staff turnover is low, standards are high, and technical credibility comes before headcount growth.
Your Role As A Senior Mechanical Marine Engineer Will Include:
Ship-scale mechanical systems design across complex marine projects
Producing clear, buildable design output using CAD / Rhino
Technical ownership of assigned systems and deliverables
Close collaboration with structural and naval architecture disciplines
Applying engineering judgement across concept and detailed design phases
As A Successful Senior Mechanical Marine Engineer You Will Have
Significant experience in the marine industry
Background in naval vessels, superyachts, cruise ships, or comparable complex shipbuilding
Proven ability to design mechanical systems at full vessel scale
Strong CAD capability (Rhino highly relevant)
Comfortable operating without step-by-step supervision
Ability to commute to the Southampton office
Apply now or call Maia on 07537154330 for immediate consideration.
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This vacancy is being advertised by Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd.
The services of Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.
Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd can only accept applications from candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom.
Candidates without this right, or with applications pending, should not apply as details will not be processed.
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Type: Permanent Location: Southampton, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: PERM
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £60000 per annum + Hybrid Working +Career Progression +Bonus
Posted: 2026-01-30 16:00:37
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A Senior Hardware Design Engineer is sought to join an innovative engineering team in Essex, responsible or leading projects designing, developing, and testing hardware solutions that contribute to our range of high-performance products.
The Senior Hardware Design Engineer, Essex, will lead technical excellence in the field, guiding design and validation practices and mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with senior engineers across hardware, software, mechanical and test domains.
You'll draw on deep engineering expertise, production methodologies, and supplier processes to ensure robust, high-performance product development.
Responsibilities include:
Work with Product Management to define product and design specifications.
Lead in the design and development of digital, analogue, and RF hardware products, providing support to junior engineers.
Create detailed schematics and PCB layouts using Altium Designer.
Perform component selection, simulation, and analysis to ensure optimal performance.
Develop and execute test plans for prototypes and final products.
Conduct debugging and validation using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and spectrum analysers.
Collaborate with mechanical, software, test, and manufacturing teams to ensure efficient hardware/software integration and delivery.
The Senior Hardware Design Engineer, Essex, will have the following key skills:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronic Engineering, or equivalent industry experience.
Proven experience in hardware design and development with proficiency in Altium Designer.
Expertise in high-speed signal design, RF, power management, and EMI/EMC considerations.
Strong debugging skills with hands-on experience using lab equipment.
Knowledge of FPGA design (VHDL/Verilog) or microcontroller-based systems, with an understanding of embedded software development.
APPLY NOW - Senior Hardware Design Engineer job in Essex could be of interest, send your CV to adighton@redlinegroup.Com or call Adam on 01582878821/ 07961158768. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Essex, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £55000 - £63000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-22 00:00:02
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MCAD Engineer required to Design Mechanical product components throughout the development lifecycle.
Working as part of a team designing complex electro-mechanical devices by performing tolerance stack-up analysis and basic design calculations.
Essential skills
PTC Creo (formerly ProEngineer) or other similar 3D parametric software (Solidworks, Catia, Inventor, NX etc) for both modelling and drawing production.
Desirable skills
Knowledge of drafting standards, ISO and ASME including Geometric Tolerancing.
Tolerance stack-up calculations.
Manufacturing processes including Design for Manufacture (DfM)
Mechanical systems assembly / disassembly. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Stroud, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £43000 - £55000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2026-01-13 12:21:35
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Design Engineer (Components) to join a reputable manufacturing company specialising in the design and production of automotive components and accessories, particularly for original equipment (OE) applications.
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for transforming ideas into precision-engineered products, from prototype to production, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery targets are met.
This full-time role offers benefits and a salary of £37,000 working 37.5 hours a week.
Key Responsibilities
* Developing CAD concepts using CATIA V5 (surface, solid, and 2D) based on customer data and packaging constraints.
* Providing design and manufacturing input to assess feasibility, cost, and capability, coordinating with internal teams and suppliers.
* Leading design feasibility reviews and ensuring designs meet customer and internal standards.
* Creating detailed CAD models for prototype manufacture and approval.
* Create and update the Manufacturing Feasibility Report (MFR) during all stages of the project.
* Develop and validate process flows, PFMEA, Control Plans, and Standard Operating Procedures for pre-production
* Managing prototype builds, liaising with suppliers, tooling teams, and manufacturing departments.
* Overseeing the finalisation of designs for production release, ensuring the correct application of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups.
* Supporting production ramp-up and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
What We Are Looking For
* Previously worked as a Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Designer, Product Design Engineer, or in a similar role within an engineering design and manufacturing setting.
* Prior experience in automotive, Chemical Process, Mining, Rail, Aerospace, Marine, military vehicle or in similar sector
* Have background in new product introduction (NPI) and process development
* Proficiency in CATIA V5 for 3D modelling and 2D engineering drawings.
* Strong knowledge of GD&T, datum structures, and manufacturing processes.
* A degree or HND in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Production Engineering (or equivalent technical experience).
* Familiarity with APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and Lean manufacturing methods.
* Practical knowledge of the automotive industry, with experience in Tier 1 or OEM environments.
* Knowledge of IATF 16949 and associated quality management systems
* Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
This is a great opportunity to join an innovative company and contribute to the development of cutting-edge automotive technologies.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message.
For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.
If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Permanent Location: Daventry, England
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £37000 - £37000 Per Annum
Posted: 2026-01-09 15:56:58
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Design Engineer (Automotive Components) to join a reputable manufacturing company specialising in the design and production of automotive components and accessories, particularly for original equipment (OE) applications.
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for transforming ideas into precision-engineered products, from prototype to production, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery targets are met.
This full-time role offers benefits and a salary of £37,000 working 37.5 hours a week.
Key Responsibilities
* Developing CAD concepts using CATIA V5 (surface, solid, and 2D) based on customer data and packaging constraints.
* Providing design and manufacturing input to assess feasibility, cost, and capability, coordinating with internal teams and suppliers.
* Leading design feasibility reviews and ensuring designs meet customer and internal standards.
* Creating detailed CAD models for prototype manufacture and approval.
* Create and update the Manufacturing Feasibility Report (MFR) during all stages of the project.
* Develop and validate process flows, PFMEA, Control Plans, and Standard Operating Procedures for pre-production
* Managing prototype builds, liaising with suppliers, tooling teams, and manufacturing departments.
* Overseeing the finalisation of designs for production release, ensuring the correct application of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups.
* Supporting production ramp-up and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
What We Are Looking For
* Previously worked as a Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Designer, Product Design Engineer, or in a similar role within an engineering design and manufacturing setting.
* Prior experience in automotive, Chemical Process, Mining, Rail, Aerospace, Marine, military vehicle or in similar sector
* Have background in new product introduction (NPI) and process development
* Proficiency in CATIA V5 for 3D modelling and 2D engineering drawings.
* Strong knowledge of GD&T, datum structures, and manufacturing processes.
* A degree or HND in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Production Engineering (or equivalent technical experience).
* Familiarity with APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and Lean manufacturing methods.
* Practical knowledge of the automotive industry, with experience in Tier 1 or OEM environments.
* Knowledge of IATF 16949 and associated quality management systems
* Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
This is a great opportunity to join an innovative company and contribute to the development of cutting-edge automotive technologies.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message.
For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.
If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Permanent Location: Daventry, England
Start:
Duration:
Salary / Rate: £37000 - £37000 Per Annum
Posted: 2026-01-09 15:52:56
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Assembly Fixtures and tooling Designer required for a mechanical design and production organisation.
Skills
Assembly fixture and tooling Design experience in high volume automotive manufacturing.
3D SolidWorks CAD.
GDandT.
Rubber to metal bonding knowledge.
ATF16949 or APQP.
Role
Design simple hand operating fixtures and complex automated multifunction fixtures including rubber and polymer moulds.
SolidWorks parametric modelling, assembly and 2D drawing.
Support Assembly tooling and Fixtures in production.
3D printing prototypes and low volume fixtures.
Work closely with the engineering and operations departments ensuring quality and manufacturability of design. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Coventry, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: permanent
Salary / Rate: £36000 - £48000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2026-01-04 15:19:40
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Jig and Fixture Designer required for a mechanical design and production organisation.
Skills
Assembly fixture and tooling Design experience.
3D SolidWorks CAD.
GDandT & its applications.
Rubber to metal bonding knowledge.
ATF16949 or APQP.
Role
Design simple hand operating fixtures and complex automated multifunction fixtures including rubber and polymer moulds.
SolidWorks parametric modelling, assembly and 2D drawing.
Support Assembly tooling and Fixtures in production.
3D printing prototypes and low volume fixtures.
Work closely with the engineering and operations departments ensuring quality and manufacturability of design. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Coventry, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: permanent
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £38000 Per Annum None
Posted: 2026-01-04 15:15:34
