Design Engineer

FCE Hydraulics Ltd; Leven; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

FCE Hydraulics Ltd in Leven is seeking a Design Engineer to create and develop mechanical and hydraulic systems, using 3D CAD tools to produce detailed models and drawings. Day‑to‑day you will collaborate with maintenance and production teams to improve machinery, support prototype development and testing, and ensure designs meet safety, performance, and compliance requirements.

The role involves reviewing specifications, preparing technical documentation, resolving design issues on the workshop

Qualifications

• Strong design engineering and product design skills for practical machinery solutions.
• Mechanical engineering skills to analyse, select, and integrate mechanical and hydraulic components.
• CAD skills to produce accurate models, drawings, and documentation.
• Electrical engineering awareness to coordinate mechanical designs with electrical and control systems.
• Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification in mechanical, design, or related engineering discipline.
• Experience in industrial machinery, hydraulics, or manufacturing environments is beneficial.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, standards, and safety regulations.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively in a workshop and office setting.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop mechanical and hydraulic systems using 3D CAD tools to produce detailed models and drawings.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to improve existing machinery.
• Support prototype development and testing.
• Ensure designs meet safety, performance, and compliance requirements.
• Review specifications and prepare technical documentation; resolve design issues on the workshop floor.

Skills

Design Eng

Product Design

Mechanical Eng

CAD

Electrical Awareness

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

3D CAD tools

Job description

Company Description FCE Hydraulics Ltd is the machinery maintenance and manufacturing arm of FCE Group Ltd, providing hydraulic and mechanical solutions to a diverse range of industrial clients. The company focuses on maintaining, designing, and producing machinery that supports reliable and efficient operations. Team members work closely with other parts of FCE Group Ltd, benefiting from shared expertise, resources, and long-term projects. Applicants can expect a hands‑on environment with opportunities to contribute to custom engineering solutions and continuous improvement in machinery performance.

Role Description The Design Engineer role is a full‑time, on‑site position based in Leven. The Design Engineer will create and develop mechanical and hydraulic systems, components, and assemblies, using 3D CAD tools to produce detailed models and drawings. Day‑to‑day tasks include collaborating with maintenance and production teams to improve existing machinery, supporting prototype development and testing, and ensuring designs meet safety, performance, and compliance requirements. The role involves reviewing specifications, preparing technical documentation, resolving design issues on the workshop floor, and contributing to cost‑effective, practical engineering solutions. The Design Engineer will participate in project meetings, communicate with suppliers when required, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Design Engineering and Product Design skills for creating practical, reliable machinery solutions.
• Candidates should possess Mechanical Engineering skills to analyse, select, and integrate mechanical and hydraulic components.
• Candidates should possess Computer‑Aided Design (CAD) skills to produce accurate models, drawings, and documentation.
• Candidates should possess Electrical Engineering awareness to coordinate mechanical designs with electrical and control systems.
• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification in mechanical, design, or related engineering discipline.
• Experience in industrial machinery, hydraulics, or manufacturing environments is beneficial.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, standards, and safety regulations.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively in a workshop and office setting.
• Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.