Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Consett, County Durham
Salary: Up to £45,000

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive and collaborative engineering culture.
• Exposure to innovative projects across diverse industries.
  

Job Description:

As an Mechanical Design Engineer, you will:

• Play a key role in the design and development of products from concept through to production.
• This position involves creating accurate 3D and 2D designs, performing detailed analysis using hand calculations and FEA software, and ensuring the highest quality standards across all design activities.
• The Mechanical Design Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product designs, manufacturing processes, and performance outcomes.
• You ll also be responsible for writing technical reports, developing test fixtures, and validating prototype designs through testing.
• This role involves close communication with project managers, customers, and suppliers, ensuring all engineering work aligns with timelines and specifications.
• As the Mechanical Design Engineer, you will take ownership of your projects, sometimes stepping into a lead engineer position, overseeing design reviews, resource allocation, and project updates.
• The ideal Mechanical Design Engineer will be proficient in SolidWorks, experienced with FEA tools such as Hexagon Marc/Mentat, and confident working on glass, glazing, or metallic structures.
• Experience in adhesive bonding processes or a willingness to work towards a European Adhesives Specialist qualification is an advantage.

Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (essential).
• Proven engineering aptitude with strong analytical and mathematical problem-solving ability.
• Proficient in SolidWorks or similar and familiar with FEA tools.
• Experience in design and development of glass, glazing or metallic framing products (advantageous).
• Understanding of materials properties and glass behaviour (highly desirable).

Why Should You Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Mechanical Design Engineer to join a forward-thinking organisation that values technical expertise, innovation, and continuous improvement. You ll work on a variety of exciting projects with cutting-edge technologies and enjoy the freedom to influence design and manufacturing processes.

If you re a motivated Mechanical Design Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a collaborative environment, we d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your engineering career!

The Company:

Join an innovative engineering organisation at the forefront of design and development for high-performance products used across multiple industries, including rail and defence. With a strong focus on quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement, this company offers a dynamic environment where engineers are empowered to develop their skills and make a real impact on the products of tomorrow