5,463 Mechanical Design Engineer jobs in the United Kingdom

We’re supporting a growing medical device company near Cardiff who accelerate the development and manufacturing of innovative medical devices, they require an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team on a contract basis.

On offer is an initial 12-month contract, outside IR35

Experience:

• Highly experienced Design & Development Engineer, ideally with complex electromechanical products
li>Experience within a medical device industry and working to stringent regulatory requirements
• Verification and validation experience
• Strong CAD skills (ideally SolidWorks but any CAD will be considered)

If the above sounds like a good match or if you want any further details please get in contact!

An exciting job opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a leading aerospace manufacturer based in Egham.

The position of Mechanical Design Engineer will be part of a dynamic and innovative engineering team, working on strategic technical development projects within the aerospace sector. You will be responsible for managing internal technical projects, driving the development of internal expertise, and working closely with both internal stakeholders and external partner organisation. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, leadership skills, and a passion for technical excellence.

Requirements of a Mechanical Design Engineer:

• A degree in Mechanical Design Engineering or equivalent (BSc/BEng or MSc)
• Extensive experience with 3D CAD systems, preferably PTC Creo
• Solid understanding of mechanical/electrical systems, materials, mechanisms, and reliability engineering
• Proven experience designing electromechanical mechanisms/machines, actuators, and gears
• Strong knowledge of drawing standards (BS888) and geometric tolerance
• Experience in designing, testing, qualifying, and certifying aerospace products
• In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes relevant to aerospace products
• Familiarity with DO-160 and other aerospace-critical standards
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while collaborating in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail, planning, and organisation skills

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer based in Egham, who is looking for a role that offers both technical challenges and leadership opportunities in the aerospace industry.

To apply for this Mechanical Design Engineer role, please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) for more details.

We're looking for a skilled and passionate Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing engineering team in Saffron Walden. This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your mechanical and electromechanical design expertise to develop innovative products across dynamic and evolving markets.

Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Design Engineer job in Saffron Walden:

• Design components, systems, and products using 3D CAD software, creating models, drawings, BOMs, and documentation.
• Support new product development and legacy product maintenance, delivering high-quality mechanical solutions.
• Collaborate across teams to meet project deadlines and customer specifications, including technical presentations and workshops.
• Conduct research and technical investigations, supporting the product development process from concept to production.
• Apply principles of mechanics, materials, heat transfer, and electromechanical design to create robust and cost-effective solutions.
• Develop test methods, evaluate prototypes, and ensure products meet industry standards, directives, and environmental requirements.
• Generate and maintain engineering documentation including datasheets, leaflets, and product literature.
• Engage with customers and represent the company at meetings, exhibitions, and site visits (UK and internationally).

Required Skills & Qualifications of the Mechanical Design Engineer job in Saffron Walden:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent industry experience).
• Proficiency in 3D CAD design (SolidWorks preferred but not essential).
• Strong conceptual design and technical documentation skills.
• Understanding of relevant safety and compliance standards (e.G., LVD, Machinery Directive).
• Experience with FMEA, FMECA, or risk-based design analysis.
• Technical enthusiasm, excellent problem-solving ability, and quality-focused mindset.
• Confident in presenting technical information and collaborating across departments.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and globally as required.

If this Mechanical Design Engineer job in Saffron Walden could be of interest, please send your CV to (url removed) or call Ben on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed).

Your new company
Tetra Tech, a global leader in high-end consulting and engineering services, is growing its Building Services team in Leicester and is looking for a talented
Mechanical Design Engineer to join their expanding group. With a strong UK-wide presence, Tetra Tech delivers innovative mechanical and electrical engineering solutions across sectors such as Healthcare, Education, Commercial, and Defence. The Leicester office plays a key role in delivering technically challenging and sustainable projects across the region.

Your new role
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will support the design and delivery of building services projects, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to provide high-quality mechanical engineering solutions. Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing mechanical systems (HVAC, public health, etc.) from concept to completion
• Producing detailed design calculations, specifications, and technical drawings
• Supporting senior engineers with site surveys, inspections, and construction stage duties
• Coordinating with clients, architects, and other engineering disciplines
• Ensuring compliance with current building regulations and sustainability standards
• Participating in project meetings and contributing to technical discussions
• Developing your technical skills with guidance from experienced engineers

What you'll need to succeed

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related field
• Experience working on mechanical building services projects within a consultancy or contractor environment
• Familiarity with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Hevacomp, IES, and NBS
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive and solution-focused mindset
• Full UK driving licence (preferred)

What you'll get in return
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career with one of the world's leading engineering consultancies. Tetra Tech offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Enhanced pension scheme
• Company bonus
• Private healthcare
• Flexible/hybrid working options
• Support for professional development and chartership
• Additional perks such as retail discounts, travel insurance, and tailored holiday allowances

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Basildon

Salary-Negotiable DOE

Monday-Friday Days with Flexitime

The company:
Based in South Essex, you will be joining a well-known manufacturing company which specialises in the design, manufacturing, build and installation of automated machinery working in several industries, such as the pharmaceutical industry.Due to large expansion, the company is now looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with strong layout design skills and knowledge to join and be part of their design team.

Offering a range of benefits including flexi-start time, private healthcare, generous holiday allowance and more, this is an excellent time to join this fast-expanding company.

Essential duties and responsibilities of the Mechanical Design Engineer:

• Working closely with other departments in the design of layout drawings and service diagrams
• Generating equipment layouts, with supporting mechanical documentation (service drawings, schematics, etc.)
• Maintaining existing mechanical drawings and documentation
• Act as a liaison for project managers and customers to handle design, layout and service queries
• Liaise with the Drawing Office Manager for the workload to ensure project timelines are adhered
• Work with the wider teams, such as projects teams, assembly and electrical teams.

This is just a summed-up list of responsibilities and other duties will be required.

Skills and Experience required:

• Experience in a similar role, within an industrial/manufacturing environment
• Ability to use Autodesk products such as AutoCAD (2D) Inventor (3D) relevant 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks.
• Recognised engineering qualification or completed apprenticeship.
• Ability to work to strict deadlines whilst keeping a strong quality of work.
• Motivated and willingness to work with the wider teams to complete tasks and duties.

What you need to do now if you're interested in this role:

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Mechanical Design Engineer
45,000 - 65,000 + Hybrid + Progression + Training + Benefits
Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00
Portland, Dorset

Do you have mechanical design experience within an engineering, fabrication or manufacturing environment? Are you looking for an exciting new role within a leading engineering company who are offering hybrid working along with first class training and development opportunities?

Due to continued growth and securing an exclusive long term contract, my client is looking for a design engineer to join the team, working out of their state of the art facility in Portland. The successful applicant will be responsible for discussing, drafting and designing product layouts working to customer requirements and specifications. You will be liaising with the customers as well as the design, projects and manufacturing teams and will use Inventor and AutoCAD to design bespoke, special purpose equipment and products for customers in a range of industries such as defence, construction and manufacturing.

You will be working for an expanding business who have been at the forefront of their industry for over 20 years! Specializing in bespoke, special purpose and state of the art equipment for high profile clients across the globe the business has gone from strength to strength and are looking to expand in multiple departments. This is an exciting time to gain access to excellent company training, development opportunities and a varied role within a business who pride themselves on staff retention.

Please Note: all candidates must be able to pass security clearance checks. Occasional, expensed travel will be required to visit customer sites.

For more information please click apply and contact Patrick Walsh - REFERENCE 4536 - (phone number removed)

The Role:
*Exposure to excellent training and development
*Using AutoCAD and Inventor
*Designing bespoke, special purpose equipment for the military and construction sectors

The Candidate:
*Mechanical design experience within a fabrication, manufacturing or engineering environment
*Able to pass security clearance
*Able to travel to customer sites when required
*A commutable distance to Portland, Dorset

elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job, you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment.

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Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with good knowledge of manufacturing processes?

Would you like to work for a company with a world class manufacturing facility?

If so, then I have a Mechanical Design Engineer role for you! My client are one of the leading engineering manufacturers in Lancashire. They have a global client base and are renowned for offering best in class products to a number of industries.

This great company are now seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team. The role will involve designing precision engineered products, such as valves and pressure vessels for demanding applications, where often exotic materials are required.

The role responsibilities will include:

• 3D Design of precision engineeredproducts
• Design for Manufacture
• Completing stress analysis and geometric tolerancing
• Some FEA
• Process Design Improvement
• Problem Solving
• Working closely with manufacturing team

The ideal candidate will be able to boast the following experience:

• 4 Years plus experience in Mechanical Design
• Design of precision machined or casted products essential
• 3D CAD experience
• Ability to substantiate designs (Use of Mathcad beneficial)
• Process Equipment experience Ideal
• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes is needed
• Strong aptitude to learn and problem solve
• Knowledge of different materials would be useful
• Excellent communication skills

This is a permanent role offering an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to design world class products, for a company who is proud of their manufacturing heritage.

• Design and develop components, products, and systems using 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred).
• Support new product development while maintaining and improving existing product ranges.
• Conduct technical investigations, create detailed drawings and BOMs, and carry out prototype testing.
• Ensure designs meet safety, reliability, and environmental standards.
• Work closely with customers, presenting solutions and contributing to technical workshops.
• Represent the company at exhibitions, customer visits, and industry events in the UK and abroad.

• A Degree (or similar) in mechanical engineering
• Strong 3D CAD Skills
• Experience with product development
• Knowledge of FMEA/FMECA and risk engineering practices.

You will like

Designing mechanical building services systems from Kettering/Northants office for one of the Midlands leading Building Services firms. They are enjoying sustainable growth, have an extensive pipeline of works and this is a great opportunity to join a strong supportive team.

If you’re looking to work for a company with a reputation for excellence, a supportive culture and a loyal and extensive customer base then this could be the place for you.

You will like

The Senior Mechanical Engineer /Senior Building Services Engineer job itself where you will be a valued member of the company's experienced design team designing HVAC (Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning), Plumbing and Pipework systems for a wide variety of top tier projects across the UK.

You will be involved in some exciting projects across the healthcare, industrial and commercial sectors and will be a key member of the team. There are strong progression routes for the right people, you will be supported in your career development and will be surrounded by top Engineers. More specifically as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be:

• Delivering projects feasibility to detailed design, tender, construction stages and client handover ranging from £100K to £M
li>Undertaking site visits and surveys
• Co-ordinating with clients, architects and project teams
• Leading projects, liaising with design team members to produce designs
• Using the latest Design packages and technology to assure constant development
• Offered opportunities to progress and grow

Routes to progress are there for you to grab with both hands and staff retention is extremely high so you will be able to develop meaningful relationships from your colleagues and collaborate and learn from them.

You will have

To be successful as Senior Mechanical Engineer /Senior Building Services Engineer you will have experience working within the Building Services Sector as an Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Building Services Design Engineer, with either a Consultancy or a Contracting background.

Furthermore, we would be keen to speak to people who have a working knowledge of programmes such as CAD and Revit.

Finally, if you have any of the following qualifications, we would love to hear from you: HND and/or Degree in Electrical/Building Services Engineering, CIBSE membership.

You will get

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will enjoy a competitive salary of £5 - 5K+ DOE + Package:

• Private healthcare
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with the ability to buy or sell days
• Flexible working/hybrid (2 days from home)
• Company car/ car allowance
• Professional memberships paid for

The development of Engineers is built in to their DNA, and opportunities for growth within the business are present for those who want it!

You can apply

To Senior Mechanical Engineer by applying here (recommended), or by sending a CV to (url removed)

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