Real engineering work with proper technical depth. This Tamworth-based Mechanical Engineer role suits someone who enjoys hands-on product development, testing and problem-solving. You’ll join a well-established product business, earn £45,000 - £50,000, and work on precision mechanisms and fluid control products with strong benefits and hybrid working.
Scope of the Role
This Mechanical Engineer role is focused on developing the internal engineering that makes products perform reliably and consistently. You’ll work on thermostatic cartridges, valves, and fluid control systems, owning defined development activity and improving product performance through practical engineering.
* Design and develop thermostatic cartridges and internal water control systems
* Run and interpret lab tests on flow, pressure, temperature and reliability
* Troubleshoot product performance through structured testing and analysis
* Produce CAD models, engineering drawings and technical documentation
* Support validation, DFM reviews and supplier discussions on components
Key Skills and Experience Required
* Proven experience as a Mechanical Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer or Product Development Engineer
* Strong grounding in first-principles mechanical engineering and physics-based problem solving
* Experience with valves, cartridges, flow control or complex internal mechanisms
* Confident with prototyping, lab testing, test rigs and hardware iteration
* Good CAD capability, ideally SolidWorks, plus clear technical documentation skills
Salary and Benefits
* £45,000 - £50,000 basic salary
* 5% bonus, with stretch to 10%
* 5% pension
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Option to buy additional holiday
* Generous staff discount
* Perks platform with discounts across retail, leisure and supermarkets
* Employee Assistance helpline with counselling and legal support
* Hybrid working, with a minimum of 2 days per week on site in Tamworth
This Mechanical Engineer role sits in a focused engineering team where technical work is valued and properly supported. It’s well-suited to someone who enjoys solving real mechanical problems, working closely with experienced technical colleagues, and spending time in the lab as well as on development activity.
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