Mechanical Design Engineer – Warwick – Hybrid (up to 2 days WFH) – £40,000–£55,000 DOE
VIQU is partnering with a long-established engineering organisation within the specialist vehicle sector to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on bespoke, complex vehicles and play a key role in developing the next generation of engineering solutions.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop concepts, detailed designs, and engineering solutions for chassis systems and components
• Define engineering requirements and set validation criteria for new products
• Communicate design intent and requirements to internal teams and external stakeholders
• Support product launches and provide engineering assistance during production
• Investigate field service issues, identify root causes, and implement practical solutions
• Work to defined processes, quality and environmental standards
• Collaborate effectively within a cross-functional team environment
Key Requirements
• HNC/HND/Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering (essential); MEng/BEng/Chartered (desirable)
• 3–5 years’ relevant industry experience, ideally with yellow goods, heavy equipment, commercial vehicles, or bespoke engineered vehicles
• Strong engineering fundamentals: stress, strain, fatigue, material specifications
• Proficiency in CAD (Solid Edge preferred) and BS8888 drawing standards
• Accurate BOM creation and understanding of DFM/DFA principles
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and engineering change management
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Proactive, detail-oriented with excellent communication skills
If this sounds of interest, please get in touch: Phoebe Rees (url removed) (phone number removed) Know someone suitable? You can earn up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (T&Cs apply)