Mechanical Design Engineer
CV-LibrarySheffield, South YorkshirepermanentPosted: 3 March 2026
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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 (SolidWorks, 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 (SolidWorks 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, SolidWorks Simulation)
* 5+ years’ experience in an engineering environment
Interested? Click apply below
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 (SolidWorks, 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 (SolidWorks 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, SolidWorks Simulation)
* 5+ years’ experience in an engineering environment
Interested? Click apply below