Job Description
Mechanical Design Engineer
Elevation Design & Projects are supporting the recruitment of a Mechanical Design Engineer on behalf of a specialist engineering organisation.This position is ideal for a post-graduate or apprentice trained engineer, ideally with at least two years of industrial experience who is looking to further develop their technical expertise within a high-integrity, highly regulated engineering environment. Reporting to the Head of Design, the Mechanical Design Engineer will contribute to the development and delivery of complex mechanical systems for a global customer base.
The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for supporting the design, modelling, documentation, and compliance activities required to deliver engineered systems and pressure-related equipment. This is a varied and technically challenging role that offers strong opportunities for professional development within a structured and collaborative design team.
Design Engineer Key Responsibilities
* Interpret customer and project requirements to create innovative mechanical designs for specialised equipment and engineered systems.
* Produce detailed 3D models, assemblies, and engineering drawings using SolidWorks.
* Ensure that all designs comply with relevant directives, industry regulations, and applicable engineering standards.
* Prepare calculations, technical specifications, and documentation to support certification and quality assurance.
* Work collaboratively with electrical, production, and assembly teams to support manufacturing and build activities.
Project Delivery & Process Compliance
* Contribute to project planning activities to ensure design outputs meet required timescales and cost targets.
* Participate in design reviews, technical problem-solving sessions, and risk assessments.
* Provide technical support during Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and during customer presentations as required.
* Support the implementation and ongoing adoption of LEAN principles, promoting efficiency and standardisation in design processes.
Design Engineer Essential Requirements
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent technical qualification.
* Minimum of two years’ experience within a mechanical design role.
* Strong competency in SolidWorks and general Microsoft Office applications.
* Understanding of project management principles and structured delivery.
* Good working knowledge of manufacturing processes and mechanical design standards.
* Understanding of Machinery Directive requirements.
* Exposure to high-integrity engineered equipment or similar (Desirable)
* Working knowledge of FEA (Finite Element Analysis) and CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics).