Job Description
💡Mechanical Design Engineer – Fuel Injection Systems | Kent | Competitive Salary + Hybrid Working
I'm recruiting for a global engineering client in Kent who are looking to expand their mechanical design team. They’re hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer to support R&D, manufacturing, and aftermarket development of diesel fuel injection systems.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a high-performing team working on innovative, high-precision components in the clean automotive and industrial powertrain sector.
🔧 The Role:
* Design high-pressure diesel fuel injection pumps and related components
* Create 3D models and detailed drawings using SolidWorks/NX/CATIA
* Analyse test and simulation data to guide design improvements
* Support DFMEA and participate in product development reviews
* Collaborate with internal teams to assess manufacturability and cost
* Apply GD&T principles and work to tight tolerance, high-precision standards
* Liaise with suppliers and manufacturing teams to bring designs to production
✅ What You’ll Need:
* Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering (or equivalent experience)
* 5–10 years’ experience in a mechanical design or product development role
* Strong knowledge of CAD (SolidWorks/NX/CATIA), GD&T, and DFM principles
* Experience with DFMEA and design optimisation tools (Pugh, VA/VE, etc.)
* Good communication and collaboration skills across engineering teams
* Experience designing for high-precision manufacturing environments
🌱 What’s on Offer:
* Salary DOE + up to £8,000 relocation support
* Hybrid working – up to 2 days from home (post-probation)
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* On-site gym and subsidised restaurant
* Pension, dental plan & EAP
* Strong long-term development and training opportunities
* Work for a global brand with a clean-tech mission
This is a key role for someone who wants to make an impact in sustainable powertrain design while benefiting from excellent flexibility, relocation support, and long-term progression.
📩 If you're interested, drop me a message or apply now and I’ll be in touch.