Mechanical Design Engineer

DATS Recruitment Ltd

Full-time other-general
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Location
Didcot, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Posted
July 15, 2026

Job Description

Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Didcot (on-site)
Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 + Share Options

Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking to play a key role in bringing cutting-edge technology from prototype to production?

We are seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the development of advanced, high-performance laser systems used in manufacturing, energy and defence applications. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing deep-tech organisation at an exciting stage of its journey, helping to transform proven laboratory technology into robust, manufacturable products deployed around the world.

The Opportunity

As Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, you will take ownership of the mechanical design and development of next-generation systems, working closely with multidisciplinary engineering and scientific teams. You will be responsible for critical design decisions, balancing performance, reliability, ...