Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer
Hybrid | Salary IRO £40,000 (Negotiable), Excellent Benefits + Structured Career Development Programme
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a forward‑thinking engineering team working on technically interesting, real‑world projects. This role offers hybrid working, a highly enhanced benefits package, and a clear, structured career development pathway including full accreditation support.
If you’re technically inquisitive, enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, and want to grow your career within a supportive, well‑resourced environment, this role will suit you perfectly.
The Role
You will be responsible for delivering engineering activities and technical work packages across a range of projects. The role involves applying established engineering principles to develop safe, compliant and effective solutions, while continuing to build your technical capability.
Key responsibilities include:
* Engineering design, analysis, calculations and technical assessments
* Producing and maintaining engineering documentation including drawings, specifications, reports and calculations
* Applying engineering standards, procedures and best practice
* Supporting engineering solution development throughout the project lifecycle
* Contributing to technical, design and project reviews
* Liaising with internal stakeholders, suppliers and contractors
* Supporting testing, verification, validation and commissioning activities
* Maintaining accurate project records and documentation
* Contributing to continuous improvement and engineering best practice
* Taking ownership of personal development and technical growth
Optional occasional travel is available for those who enjoy being involved in hands‑on project delivery.
About You
Essential Skills & Experience
* Degree or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering (HND or equivalent considered with relevant experience)
* Strong 3D CAD capability (ideally Creo or SolidWorks)
* Experience generating engineering designs and drawings
* Knowledge of GD&T, limits & fits, and design for manufacture
* Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles (mechanics, dynamics, materials)
* Experience with electric motors, rotating machinery, actuation systems, bearings and seals
* Engineering design, analysis, calculations and problem‑solving experience
* Experience preparing engineering documentation (reports, specifications, calculations)
* Technically inquisitive, proactive and solutions‑focused
* Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
* Able to work independently and as part of a team
* Practical, hands‑on approach
* Strong communication skills
* Flexible and adaptable across multiple projects
Desirable
* Experience designing for submerged environments
* Hands‑on experience during fabrication, construction or commissioning
* Working towards professional registration
* Experience mentoring junior engineers
Benefits & Development
This role offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your long‑term career and wellbeing:
Highly enhanced pension scheme
Structured career development programme with clear progression routes
Accreditation support for professional registration
Training & development investment
Twice‑yearly salary reviews
Life assurance & health assurance
Hybrid working
Optional project‑related travel
Salary
IRO £40,000 — negotiable depending on experience.
How to Apply
If you’re a motivated Mechanical Design Engineer looking for a role with genuine development, technical variety and long‑term progression, we’d love to hear from you