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Senior Mechanical Project Engineer - Automation Materials Handling Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 + benefits

Calling All Mechanical Engineering Specialists in Automation!

Are you a mechanical engineering expert passionate about transforming materials handling through innovative automation solutions? Our client - a leading Oxfordshire manufacturer - is seeking a technically driven Project Engineer to drive their mechanical design strategy.

Technical Requirements:

* MEng/BEng in Mechanical Engineering

* Expert knowledge of mechanical system design

* Advanced 3D CAD skills (SolidWorks/AutoCAD essential)

* Deep understanding of conveyor system mechanical architectures

* Experience designing robust material handling mechanical interfaces

* Proven track record in specifying mechanical components for industrial automation

Key Responsibilities:

* Develop detailed mechanical design specifications for automated systems

* Create comprehensive mechanical load calculations and stress analyses

* Design precision material transport mechanisms

* Develop mechanical integration strategies with electrical/control systems

* Produce detailed manufacturing technical documentation

* Manage mechanical aspects of complex automation projects

Technical Expertise Demanded:

* Minimum 5 years mechanical design experience in automation/materials handling

* Strong understanding of mechanical tolerancing and fit principles

* Proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA)

* Knowledge of BS/ISO mechanical engineering standards

* Experience with industrial motion control mechanical systems

Company Offers:

* Cutting-edge engineering environment

* Technical development programmes

* Competitive mechanical engineering salary package

* Pension

* Healthcare

* Performance bonuses