Mechanical Design Engineer

Together with 7,300 colleagues at 49 locations in over 20 countries, we are the strategic lifecycle partner for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and food industries. With streamlined processes, innovative technologies, and sustainable solutions, we help our customers achieve their goals. Among other examples, we ensure that vaccines are safely filled and that pharmaceuticals are produced reliably and in compliance with regulations. We even help package your favorite chocolate and snacks quickly and with high precision.We at Kliklok, a Syntegon company based in Bristol, UK, have been a global leader in secondary packaging machinery for over 50 years, serving industries such as bakery, snack, cereal, frozen and refrigerated foods, and confectionery. We design, manufacture, and deliver innovative cartoners, sleevers, and handling equipment worldwide, supported by our trusted global partners and dedicated service.Become part of our team and apply now!  As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you are responsible for delivering successful projects for both internal and external stakeholders. You take full ownership of projects from initial concept through to build, commissioning, and installation support. In this role, you combine strong technical expertise with collaboration, creativity, and a clear focus on quality and safety.Design and develop mechanical solutions for customer projectsTake ownership of all mechanical aspects within assigned projectsCollaborate closely with mechanical and electrical design engineersSupport assembly and commissioning during the build phaseTravel occasionally within the UK and internationally as requir What You Will Be DoingYou work closely with customers, project managers, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality machinery solutions. From early specification discussions to final delivery, you play a key role in both the technical execution and project progress. You ensure designs are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification.Manage design activities in line with project plans and cost targetsDevelop concepts, assemblies, and detailed mechanical drawingsAttend specification and project meetings with global customersProduce parts lists and complete technical documentationDocument and archive all project-related material Technical Responsibility & SafetySafety and compliance are integral to everything you design. You ensure machinery meets current legislation and internal standards while actively contributing to continuous improvement across the product range. Your expertise helps guide both colleagues and stakeholders on mechanical safety matters.Perform risk assessments on machinery and assembliesAdvise on mechanical health and safety aspects of designsApply the Machinery Directive and UKCA/CE marking requirementsStay up to date with UK and European safety legislationSupport Sales and Applications with concept designs and evaluations Your Knowledge and ExperienceYou bring a stron...