Locomotive Mechanical Design Engineer - Innovative & Impactful

TipTopJob; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

TipTopJob is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer for a major locomotive project. You will join the design and development team to create detailed mechanical designs and 3D models, ensuring safety, manufacturability and cost-effectiveness across projects.

The role requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related) with 4+ years in locomotive, heavy machinery or transport environments and strong CAD skills (Inventor, SolidWorks, CATIA or Creo) alongside solid analysis

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in mechanical design in locomotive, heavy machinery or transport.
• Proficient with 3D CAD software (Inventor, SolidWorks, CATIA or Creo) and engineering drawing standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed mechanical designs and 3D models for locomotives and components.
• Produce accurate technical drawings, specs and manufacturing docs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, electrical, and service teams to ensure feasible, safe, cost-effective designs.
• Perform design calculations, stress analysis and simulations to validate integrity.
• Support design reviews, change control, and material/process selection to optimize cost, quality, reliability.
• Resolve design issues arising during production, testing or service.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, standards and best practices.
• Contribute to CI initiatives improving efficiency, standardization and innovation.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD

FEA

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

CATIA

Creo

Job description

TipTopJob is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer for a major locomotive project. You will join the design and development team to create detailed mechanical designs and 3D models, ensuring safety, manufacturability and cost-effectiveness across projects.

The role requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related) with 4+ years in locomotive, heavy machinery or transport environments and strong CAD skills (Inventor, SolidWorks, CATIA or Creo) alongside solid analysis