Senior Mechanical Design & Automation Engineer – Engineered Handling Systems

<p><br><br>Submit your CV and any additional required information after you have read this description by clicking on the application button.<br></p><p><br></p><p>Senior Mechanical Design & Automation Engineer – Engineered Handling Systems</p><p><br></p><p>Lowe Stillages & Cages</p><p><br></p><p>Lowe designs and manufactures engineered material handling systems for some of the UK’s most demanding industrial sectors, including nuclear, defence, rail, automotive, construction, heavy engineering, and energy.</p><p><br></p><p>We specialise in bespoke handling systems where operational failure is not acceptable — including lifting frames, transport stillages, structural handling assemblies, secure storage systems, and safety-critical fabricated equipment operating within highly regulated environments.</p><p><br></p><p>Our business is evolving beyond traditional fabrication into digitally driven engineered handling systems, combining advanced mechanical design with automation, parametric modelling, AI-assisted workflows, and configurable engineering platforms.</p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking an experienced engineer capable of helping drive that transformation.</p><p><br></p><p>The Role</p><p><br></p><p>This is not a traditional drawing office role.</p><p><br></p><p>You will work at the intersection of:</p><p><br></p><p>* mechanical engineering</p><p>* heavy fabrication</p><p>* CAD automation</p><p>* parametric design systems</p><p>* engineering workflow optimisation</p><p>* AI-assisted engineering processes</p><p><br></p><p>You will be responsible for developing engineered handling systems while also helping build the next generation of Lowe’s automated engineering capability using tools such as:</p><p><br></p><p>* SolidWorks</p><p>* DriveWorks</p><p>* design automation systems</p><p>* configurable CAD logic</p><p>* AI-assisted engineering workflows</p><p><br></p><p>The role combines practical engineering judgement with systems thinking and digital engineering development.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>* Design engineered handling systems and fabricated assemblies for high-risk industrial applications</p><p>* Develop detailed SolidWorks models, manufacturing drawings, and fabrication data</p><p>* Carry out engineering calculations including load paths, lifting considerations, stability, and structural assessments</p><p>* Support the development of parametric design systems and configurable product logic</p><p>* Assist in implementing DriveWorks and CAD automation workflows</p><p>* Improve engineering efficiency, standardisation, and design repeatability</p><p>* Work closely with fabrication, estimating, and production teams</p><p>* Support compliance with UKCA/CE requirements and regulated-industry expectations</p><p>* Contribute to long-term AI and engineering systems development within the business</p><p><br></p><p>Requirements</p><p><br></p><p>* Strong experience in mechanical design engineering within fabrication, material handling, lifting xwzovoh equipment, or engineered industrial products</p><p>* Advanced SolidWorks capability</p><p>* Experience or strong interest in design automation, DriveWorks, configurable CAD systems, or engineering workflow optimisation</p><p>* Understanding of fabrication methods, welding, steel structures, and manufacturing constraints</p><p>* Strong practical engineering judgement</p><p>* Comfortable working on bespoke and technically challenging projects</p><p>* Systems-thinking mindset with interest in improving engineering processes and automation</p><p>* Experience in regulated or safety-critical industries advantageous</p><p><br></p><p>Ideal Backgrounds</p><p><br></p><p>You may currently work within:</p><p><br></p><p>* lifting equipment</p><p>* material handling</p><p>* bespoke machinery</p><p>* engineered fabrications</p><p>* offshore</p><p>* defence</p><p>* nuclear</p><p>* rail</p><p>* structural handling systems</p><p>* industrial automation</p>