Mechanical Design Engineer

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Location
Nicosia
Type
full-time
Experience
Intermediate (3–5 yrs)
Salary (Gross)
€1,200 - €1,700 per month
Apply within
1 day
Category
Mechanical Engineering
About the Role
For decades, our client has been a reliable collaborator in the food manufacturing sector, delivering advanced engineering solutions and customized production systems. On behalf of our client, we are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer. The Mechanical Design Engineer will be part of the Technical Department, working closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to design, develop, and optimize mechanical solutions for dairy processing and food manufacturing equipment. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in engineering design, product development, and project execution while contributing to innovation and continuous improvement. This position provides a pathway for professional growth within the Technical Department.
Responsibilities
- Plan, conceptualize, and create mechanical designs for dairy processing and food manufacturing equipment.
- Develop 3D CAD models and 2D drawings with full parametric design methodology.
- Support prototype builds, functional testing, and validation of new designs.
- Perform mechanical engineering calculations (structural, thermal, flow, etc.) to support design decisions.
- Generate and maintain BoMs, technical documentation, and revision-controlled drawings in accordance with company standards.
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams (electrical, automation, production, and installations) as well as suppliers and contractors.
- Ensure projects meet timeline, cost, and quality objectives.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by suggesting design optimizations and efficiency gains
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- Registration (or eligibility for registration) with the Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber (ETEK) as a Professional Engineer
- Proficiency in parametric 3D CAD and 2D drafting software.
- Solid understanding of mechanical systems and design principles.
- Strong calculation skills (stress analysis, tolerances, thermal and flow fundamentals).
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical ability with attention to detail.
- Fluent in both Greek and English (written and verbal).
- Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment
- 1-4 years of engineering experience (internships, thesis projects, or industrial placements will be considered).
Benefits
- ✓13th salary
- ✓COLA
- ✓Participation in the Leave Fund
- ✓Provident Fund after the first 6 months
- ✓20 days of annual leave, increasing to 21 days after 3 years of service.
- ✓An additional 1 paid leave day is added for every 5 years of service
- ✓Working hours: Mon–Thu 07:00–16:30, Fri 07:00–14:15
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