Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Venatu Consulting Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a skilled Lead Mechanical Design Engineer for an office-based role in Sheffield. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and proven experience in mechanical design, particularly in infrastructure or fabrication. Responsibilities include designing mechanical components, collaborating with teams, and ensuring design standards. This role offers attractive benefits, including a negotiable salary and comprehensive medical insurance.

Benefits

8% Employer Pension Contribution

21 days + 8 bank holidays Annual Leave

Comprehensive Medical Insurance

Professional Development Support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical design engineering, preferably within infrastructure or heavy fabrication.
• In-depth understanding of welding principles and fabrication processes.
• Strong competence in manual hand calculations for structural and mechanical elements.
• Familiarity with industry standards (BS, EN, ISO).

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies from concept to production and installation.
• Produce and review detailed 3D models and technical drawings using CAD software.
• Collaborate with fabrication and workshop teams to ensure manufacturability and standards adherence.
• Provide technical support to project managers and site teams.

Skills

Mechanical design engineering

CAD software SolidWorks

Manual hand calculations

Welding principles

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD 3D

Inventor

Job description

Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Sheffield Office–Based (with Occasional Site Visits)

We are looking for an initiative–taking and skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our clients Design team. This is a fully office–based role, with opportunities to visit project sites and collaborate closely with the Project Lead and Workshop Team, ensuring designs are executed in the most practical and efficient way possible.

Key Benefits

• Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm
• Salary – negotiable depending on experience
• 8% Employer Pension Contribution
• 21 days + 8 bank holidays Annual Leave
• Comprehensive Medical Insurance
• Professional Development Support

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies, from concept through to production and installation (cradle to grave) and implement feedback in next designs
• Perform detailed hand calculations (e.g. stress analysis, bolted/welded joint assessments, load calculations).
• Produce and review detailed 3D models and technical drawings using CAD software (SolidWorks or AutoCAD 3D preferred; Inventor experience also considered).
• Collaborate with the fabrication and workshop teams to ensure manufacturability and adherence to welding/fabrication standards.
• Apply relevant British and international design standards and calculations
• Provide technical support to project managers, fabricators, and site teams.
• Ensure compliance with all internal quality, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills & Experience

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven experience in mechanical design engineering, preferably within infrastructure or heavy fabrication.
• Strong competence in manual hand calculations for structural and mechanical elements.
• In–depth understanding of welding principles and fabrication processes.
• Proficient in CAD software SolidWorks highly preferred, but AutoCAD 3D or Inventor also considered.
• Familiarity with industry standards (BS, EN, ISO).
• Excellent critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and communication abilities.
• Strong team player who enjoys collaborating across disciplines.

Desirable

• Experience in infrastructure or construction engineering.
• Familiarity with FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation).

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