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Posted 12 August, 2026

Mechanical Design Engineer (Food Machinery / Pneumatic)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Hull, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Mechanical Design Engineer (Food Machinery / Pneumatics)£40,000 - £45,000 + Training + Progression + Tech Package + Enhanced Holidays + Company BenefitsHull, East YorkshireAre you a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience in machinery, automation, or pneumatics, looking to join an established engineering business where you can work on bespoke machinery and develop your career?This is an exciting opportunity to join an industry leader with over 60 years of engineering expertise, designing and manufacturing bespoke food processing and automation machinery for globally recognised manufacturers including Bakkavor, Ramona's Food, and other leading food producers.In this role, you'll design bespoke machinery and automation solutions from concept through to manufacture, working closely with production, procurement, senior engineers, and customers. You'll be involved in developing practical designs for complex machinery for clients across the UK and Globe.The ideal candidate will have experience designing machinery, automation, pneumatics, or similar mechanical systems, with strong 3D CAD skills and a practical understanding of manufacturing.The Role:Designing bespoke food processing and automation machineryProducing detailed 3D models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawingsDeveloping pneumatic and mechanical systemsWorking on projects from initial concept through to manufactureReviewing and improving existing designs for manufacture and efficiencyFully office-based in HullThe Person:Mechanical Design Engineer or similar engineering backgroundExperience designing pneumatic systemsStrong 3D CAD experience using SolidWorks or similarCommutable to HullIf you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.Reference Number: BBBH26751Keywords: Mechanical Design Engineer, Design Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Food Processing Machinery, Food Manufacturing, Special Purpose Machinery, Pneumatics, Automation, Machinery Design, 3D CAD, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, Mechanical Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, Hull, East YorkshireWe are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.TPBN1_UKTJ