Mechanical Design Engineer

Join a specialist infrastructure engineering company and help deliver innovative mechanical solutions for major projects.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to join a dynamic team, producing practical and efficient designs for bespoke mechanical and structural applications used across the infrastructure sector.

Responsibilities:

You will take ownership of designs from concept through to installation, ensuring they are robust, manufacturable, and compliant with relevant standards. This is a hands-on engineering role with a strong emphasis on hand calculations, fabrication awareness, and close collaboration with workshop and site teams.

* Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies from cradle to grave

* Perform hand calculations (stress, bolted & welded joints, load assessments) to validate designs

* Produce and review technical drawings and 3D models using CAD (Solid Works, Inventor, AutoCAD)

* Liaise with fabrication teams to ensure designs are practical and weldable

* Apply relevant BS, EN, Eurocode, and ISO standards

* Provide technical support to project managers, fabricators, and installation teams

* Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental requirements

Experience

Required:

* Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering

* Proven experience in mechanical design engineering

* Strong competence in manual hand calculations

* Solid understanding of welding principles and fabrication processes

* Proficient in CAD (Solid Works preferred)

* Good knowledge of materials, tolerancing, and manufacturing methods

* Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Desirable:

* Experience in infrastructure or construction engineering

* Familiarity with FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Solid Works Simulation)

* 5+ years’ experience in an engineering environment

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