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.