Design Engineer

Orion Electrotech; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative manufacturing company in Willenhall is seeking a highly experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their dynamic engineering team. You will design and develop flow control products and manage the engineering process from concept through to manufacture. The ideal candidate should have strong technical expertise, proficiency in 3D CAD software, and extensive experience in mechanical design. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for progression and professional development.

Benefits

9% pension contribution

Private health care

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• 6-10 years’ experience in mechanical design, ideally with valve/hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with engineering/quality tools (APQP, FMEA, 8D, 5Y).
• Membership with an Engineering Institution (IMechE, IET, etc.) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop flow control products (valves, actuators, manifolds).
• Review external validation data (FEA, CFD, physical test results).
• Manage end-to-end engineering process from concept through manufacture.

Skills

Proficiency in 3D CAD software

Strong knowledge of fluid control systems

Experience creating calculations and validations

Customer interaction experience

Ability to anticipate challenges

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Package: £40,000 - £51,000

Opportunities for progression and professional development

Flexible working hours, 37.5 hours per week. Monday–Thursday 07:30–16:30, Friday 07:30–12:30. Flexible hours for the right candidate.

Progression into senior roles, 9% pension contribution, private health care.

Job Summary

Orion is seeking a highly experienced, proactive and forward‑thinking Mechanical Design Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team within an innovative manufacturing business based in Birmingham. This hands‑on role requires strong technical expertise and cross‑department collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop flow control products (valves, actuators, manifolds)
• Perform detailed engineering analyses (calculations, test plans, qualification plans) for performance and reliability
• Review external validation data (FEA, CFD, physical test results)
• Ensure compliance with industry and government standards for quality and safety
• Manage end‑to‑end engineering process from concept through manufacture, assembly, and test
• Create prototypes and oversee functional and environmental testing
• Generate engineering documentation, including calculations, plans, and technical instructions
• Produce GA and component drawings to BS8888 standards, applying GD&T and DfM principles

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 6‑10 years’ experience in mechanical design, ideally with valve/hydraulic systems
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
• Strong knowledge of fluid control systems and products (valves, manifolds, actuators)
• Experience creating calculations and design/product validation
• Familiarity with engineering/quality tools (APQP, FMEA, 8D, 5Y)
• Customer interaction experience (specification interpretation, design reviews)
• Membership with an Engineering Institution (IMechE, IET, etc.) desirable

Expectations

We are looking for a highly proactive, productive, and forward‑thinking individual who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. You’ll identify what needs doing and take ownership to get it done. This role requires someone who can anticipate challenges, propose solutions, and consistently drive projects forward with minimal supervision.

Application

If you like the look of this Mechanical Design Engineer role, click Apply or contact Katie Maisey at Orion Electrotech Aylesbury: (url removed)

Note

Thank you for your application. Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately, we are not able to respond to every application personally. If you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies, please visit our website.