212 jobs found in Bedford

The Role   We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer. In this role, you will design precision-engineered, bespoke electromechanical assemblies for complex capital equipment, whilst being able to manage all facets of the project life as part of a Project team   You'll be involved across the full project lifecycle - from concept and detailed design through to delivery - giving you real ownership and visibility of your work.   This position would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer with a strong background in bespoke capital equipment, excellent 3D CAD capability, and good commercial awareness.   You'll be a confident, self-motivated engineer who enjoys taking responsibility, collaborating closely with colleagues, and contributing to innovative engineering solutions within a forward-thinking, supportive team. What you'll do         3D design work on a project-by-project basis for both standard and custom machines...

Contractor/Temp Mechanical Design Engineer Engineering Ampthill - Bedfordshire About the Role We are urgently seeking to recruit a  Mechanical Design Engineer , initially on a 12 month contract basis to be based predominantly on-site at our Ampthill, Bedfordshire offices. The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for carrying out the duties of the Engineering department, including design, prototyping, design proving, engineering documentation, and supporting calculations. This role demands a high level of innovative thinking and the ability to synthesise ideas into functioning and manufacturable products that are compliant to design specifications and applicable legislation. Working within a team of engineers and Design Authorities to design and develop high integrity components, complex mechanisms and linkages that will function and be durable in challenging military environments. Responsibilities and Duties: Use requirements specifications and a...

Permanent Mechanical Design Engineer (Special Projects) Mechanical Engineering Ampthill - Bedfordshire About the Role The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for carrying out the duties of the Engineering department, including design, prototyping, design proving, engineering documentation, and supporting calculations. A key requirement of this role is the ability to obtain and maintain a high‑level security clearance. If you do not currently hold the required clearance, we can support you through the application process. This role demands a high level of innovative thinking and the ability to synthesise ideas into functioning and manufacturable products that are compliant to design specifications and applicable legislation. Working within a team of engineers and Design Authorities to design and develop high integrity components, complex mechanisms and linkages that will function and be durable in challenging environments. Responsibilities and DutiesUse...

Role Purpose Own the end-to-end design process for OSCABE’s methane recovery and measurement systems, from concept through detailed design, fabrication oversight, and delivery. This includes skid-mounted systems, compliance with standards, and preparation of operating and maintenance documentation. Key Outcomes Complete skid designs including structural frames, piping, and equipment layouts, optimised for manufacturability and transport. Accurate 3D models and drawings using Autodesk Inventor, including GA, isometrics, and P&IDs aligned with process requirements. Design compliance with applicable codes (ASME, BS, ISO) and OSCABE’s internal standards. Fabrication-ready packages: BOMs, drawings, and specifications delivered to suppliers. Quality assurance: Supervise skid manufacturing and assembly to ensure adherence to design and safety standards. Operating & Maintenance Manuals prepared for handover to clients. Traceable design...

Job Description Role Purpose Own the end-to-end design process for OSCABE’s methane recovery and measurement systems, from concept through detailed design, fabrication oversight, and delivery. This includes skid-mounted systems, compliance with standards, and preparation of operating and maintenance documentation. Key Outcomes Complete skid designs including structural frames, piping, and equipment layouts, optimised for manufacturability and transport. Accurate 3D models and drawings using Autodesk Inventor, including GA, isometrics, and P&IDs aligned with process requirements. Design compliance with applicable codes (ASME, BS, ISO) and OSCABE’s internal standards. Fabrication-ready packages: BOMs, drawings, and specifications delivered to suppliers. Quality assurance: Supervise skid manufacturing and assembly to ensure adherence to design and safety standards. Operating & Maintenance Manuals prepared for handover to clients....

My client was established in 1924 and specialises in designing and producing cutting-edge machinery used in industries such as cosmetics, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and personal care.      As the Electrical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out electrical and pneumatic design, validation of all designs to the current safety standards and requirements, support CE certification of all equipment, carry out design studies and reviews, and prepare specifications for special applications. Additionally, you will complete the FAT document and as-built electrical documentation, support installation, troubleshooting visits at customer sites worldwide, and work with the Service and Aftercare teams.   What we would like from the Electrical Design Engineer: Experience designing electrical control systems for special-purpose machinery Experience designing safety control systems and validation using appropriate software Good understanding of AutoCAD Electrical...

Permanent Tooling Design Engineer Manufacturing Ampthill - Bedfordshire About the Role Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements. The role: The Operations Engineering team provides engineering resources to support Operational performance and major product development projects; from design through to engineering build and production support, to end of life of product. The team provides full product lifecycle support including...

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join our growing engineering team, working on special purpose, high-speed machinery delivered to customers worldwide.   This role is ideal for an engineer with strong experience in special purpose control systems, incorporating PLC-control systems, including (but not limited to) Siemens S7 and/or Rockwell ControlLogix. Experience with servo drive applications would be a strong advantage.   A strong understanding of current safety and design regulations for special purpose machinery alongside a collaborative, cross-disciplinary approach is essential to the success of this role.  Regular engagement and clear communication with customers are also key.   The role includes some intermittent international travel, providing the opportunity to support installations and work directly with customers on upgrade projects (approx. 4-5 times per year, for around a week at a time).   This is an...

Job Description Role Purpose Own the end-to-end design process for OSCABE’s methane recovery and measurement systems, from concept through detailed design, fabrication oversight, and delivery. This includes skid-mounted systems, compliance with standards, and preparation of operating and maintenance documentation. Key Outcomes Complete skid designs including structural frames, piping, and equipment layouts, optimised for manufacturability and transport. Accurate 3D models and drawings using Autodesk Inventor, including GA, isometrics, and P&IDs aligned with process requirements. Design compliance with applicable codes (ASME, BS, ISO) and OSCABE’s internal standards. Fabrication-ready packages: BOMs, drawings, and specifications delivered to suppliers. Quality assurance: Supervise skid manufacturing and assembly to ensure adherence to design and safety standards. Operating & Maintenance Manuals prepared for handover to clients....

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world. This Position reports to: Sales Support Manager   Your role and responsibilities In this role, you will be part of a multi‑disciplined engineering team delivering electrical power system studies and design activities across concept, feasibility, and detailed design stages. You will support customer engagement, translate technical requirements into high‑quality engineering solutions, and ensure system designs are safe, compliant, and operationally robust. You will collaborate closely with technical advisors, sales teams, project engineers, and stakeholders across the ABB organization. The work model for the role is: hybrid (#LI-hybrid) You will be mainly accountable...

Mechanical Design Engineer                                                                      Permanent Full-Time Location – Office based in Bedfordshire Join a leading manufacturer specialising in high-quality lamination, coating, and heat transfer equipment. They provide innovative, customised machinery solutions for global industries including the aerospace, automotive, and medical sectors, focusing on technical precision and process efficiency. We’re looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer who is proficient in SolidWorks to lead the development of specialised machinery from initial concept through to final production. Your role will balance high-level mechanical design with practical technical documentation. Responsibilities, but are not limited to Lead the design of mechanical solutions, from concept through to detailed technical drawings Create 3D models and 2D technical drawings of mechanical components and assemblies, focusing on sheet...

Job Description Mechanical Design Engineer                                                                      Permanent Full-Time Location – Office based in Bedfordshire Join a leading manufacturer specialising in high-quality lamination, coating, and heat transfer equipment. They provide innovative, customised machinery solutions for global industries including the aerospace, automotive, and medical sectors, focusing on technical precision and process efficiency. We’re looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer who is proficient in SolidWorks to lead the development of specialised machinery from initial concept through to final production. Your role will balance high-level mechanical design with practical technical documentation. Responsibilities, but are not limited to Lead the design of mechanical solutions, from concept through to detailed technical drawings Create 3D models and 2D technical drawings of mechanical components and assemblies,...

Job Description Mechanical Design Engineer                                                                      Permanent Full-Time Location – Office based in Bedfordshire Join a leading manufacturer specialising in high-quality lamination, coating, and heat transfer equipment. They provide innovative, customised machinery solutions for global industries including the aerospace, automotive, and medical sectors, focusing on technical precision and process efficiency. We’re looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer who is proficient in SolidWorks to lead the development of specialised machinery from initial concept through to final production. Your role will balance high-level mechanical design with practical technical documentation. Responsibilities, but are not limited to Lead the design of mechanical solutions, from concept through to detailed technical drawings Create 3D models and 2D technical drawings of mechanical components and assemblies,...

Associate Structural Design Engineer RPS is currently seeking an experienced  Associate Structural Design Engineer  to join our Structures Team. About The Design Business: RPS Design Division delivers projects across multiple, niche sectors from residential housing developments, logistics, retail, aviation, healthcare, education, advanced manufacturing, data centres, energy and more as we strive to achieve the right balance between form and function when faced with competing priorities around sustainability, materiality, cost and constructability. Digitalisation is at the core of our delivery model allowing our clients and their stakeholders to really experience our designs right from project concept stage and through drawing on expertise spanning decades, industries and disciplines, we assist clients to harmonise design drivers through inspired engineering, architecture and development services. What you’ll be doing: This is an exciting role for an individual looking...

DSEAR Engineer - Electrical (ATEX Inspector) Location: Milton Keynes, Northampton, Bedford, or Peterborough Contract: Permanent Salary: Circa £50000 dependant on skills and experience Shape a Safer, More Resilient Future with Anglian Water Are you an experienced electrical professional with a passion for safety in hazardous areas? Do you want to play a vital role in safeguarding people, assets, and the environment by applying your technical expertise where it truly matters? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. We’re looking for a DSEAR Engineer – Electrical to join our expert-led Process Safety team. As a recognised Subject Matter Expert, you’ll be central to our compliance with the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR), ensuring Anglian Water continues to lead the industry in safe, reliable, and sustainable water services. What You’ll Be Doing As a DSEAR Engineer, you’ll carry out ATEX inspections and risk...

At Red Bull Advanced Technologies, we take the relentless pursuit of performance from the racetrack and apply it to the world’s most challenging engineering problems. From cutting-edge aerodynamics to high-performance vehicle design, our expertise in Formula 1 innovation drives breakthroughs across industries. Whether it's revolutionizing mobility, advancing sustainability, or redefining speed, we bring world-class engineering to the forefront of technological excellence. We’re looking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to lead the specification, design, and integration of complex electrical systems across high-performance automotive and motorsport platforms. You'll own system-level design, drive technical delivery, and mentor junior team members - all while ensuring engineering excellence under tight timelines. Key Responsibilities Lead design and release of electrical systems and sub-systems (e.g., wiring harnesses, sensors, control units, power distribution,...

Senior Structural Design Engineer RPS is currently seeking a  Senior Structural Design Engineer  to join our Structures Team. About The Design Business: RPS Design Division delivers projects across multiple, niche sectors from residential housing developments, logistics, retail, aviation, healthcare, education, advanced manufacturing, data centres, energy and more as we strive to achieve the right balance between form and function when faced with competing priorities around sustainability, materiality, cost and constructability. Digitalisation is at the core of our delivery model allowing our clients and their stakeholders to really experience our designs right from project concept stage and through drawing on expertise spanning decades, industries and disciplines, we assist clients to harmonise design drivers through inspired engineering, architecture and development services. What you’ll be doing: This is an exciting role for an individual looking to progress their...

My client was established in the 1930s and is a world leader in delivering quality electrical solutions for military applications and its equipment and systems that can be found in a broad range of applications across the globe.   As the Mechanical Design Engineer, you are responsible for the creation of new CAD and the modification and improvement of existing 2D and 3D CAD, fabrication drawings, BOMs and other manufacturing data. Additionally, you will be required to work closely with the electrical engineers and SMEs for the generation of 3D CAD models, fabrication drawings and manufacturing data to support new designs of electro-mechanical products.   What we would like from the Mechanical Design Engineer: Degree qualified or HNC/HND with relevant experience Minimum of 5 years of design experience in mechanical design, product development and manufacturing Proficient with 3D modelling and 2D detailed drafting on Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD to design high-quality...

Principal Structural Design Engineer RPS are currently seeking an experienced  Structural Design Engineer  for a  Principal  level role to join our progressive business and work within the Structures team and service our clients which are located in London, Milton Keynes and across the Midlands.Join our industry-leading team, we offer a wealth of in-house expertise across a variety of different sectors, with a focus on low to medium rise residential development and structural investigations. About The Design Business: RPS Design Division delivers projects across multiple, niche sectors from residential housing developments, logistics, retail, aviation, healthcare, education, advanced manufacturing, data centres, energy and more as we strive to achieve the right balance between form and function when faced with competing priorities around sustainability, materiality, cost and constructability. Digitalisation is at the core of our delivery model allowing our clients and...

Lead Design Engineer – Security Systems (Cambridge) Industry: Security Systems | CCTV | Access Control What you will do Are you an experienced Design Engineer with a strong background in CCTV and Access Controls? We’re looking for a talented professional to lead the design and delivery of cutting-edge security solutions. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about protecting people and property through innovative technology, we want to hear from you. How you will do it As a Lead Design Engineer , you will: Design and deliver advanced CCTV and Access Control systems, including new builds and system upgrades.Support sales teams with technical input, conduct site surveys, and participate in system acceptance testing.Produce detailed schematics, parts lists, specifications, schedules, and wiring/equipment layouts.Perform technical calculations (e.g., network bandwidth, power, heat dissipation) and ensure compliance with relevant standards and...