Mechanical Design Engineer

Ingersoll-Rand plc; Bradford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Medical Cover

Holiday entitlement

Free parking

Death in Service

Cycle Scheme

Employee Assistance

Refer a Friend

Electric Car Scheme

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Job summary

Ingersoll Rand Inc. in Bradford, UK, is seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to take ownership of projects from concept to manufacture and production support.

You will design mechanical systems, fabricate structures and vehicle-mounted equipment for transport applications, collaborating closely with manufacturing and suppliers. You'll produce 3D CAD models using Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD, and lead projects through design, testing and implementation while improving product

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Proven mechanical design experience in automotive, commercial vehicle, or industrial machinery sectors.
• Strong understanding of drawings, tolerancing and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems, structures and vehicle-mounted equipment.
• Produce 3D CAD models and drawings with Inventor and AutoCAD.
• Lead projects from concept to production implementation.
• Develop solutions integrating mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical subsystems.
• Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Service and suppliers to ensure manufacturability.
• Support prototype builds, testing and validation.
• Drive continuous improvement in product performance, quality and cost.
• Provide technical support for existing products and bespoke projects.

Skills

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Project ownership

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Education

HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

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Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Title Mechanical Design Engineer

Location Cross Lane, Bradford

About Us

Gardner Denver Transport provides equipment which efficiently transfers bulk material from road tankers and other vehicles. As global requirements advanced, we started developing into wider applications and we now produce equipment for alternative markets including specialised transport, on-board power systems for operating/powering other equipment, and bespoke electric compressor packages for e-mobility vehicles.

Within our Bradford facility we design, machine, assembly and install our entire Bulk Powder and Liquid Compressor range for Road Transport Vehicles. Providing our customers with the whole product life cycle is number one for us and with our mobile service engineers we offer from concept design, manufacture, installation and aftermarket support.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to join our engineering team in Bradford. This is a hands‑on engineering role offering the opportunity to take ownership of projects from initial concept through to manufacture, installation and production support. Working across a diverse range of transport and specialist vehicle applications, you will be responsible for designing innovative, practical solutions including fabricated structures, vehicle‑mounted equipment, power transmission systems and complete vehicle integrations. This position offers genuine engineering variety, close collaboration with manufacturing and direct involvement in bringing designs into production.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems, fabricated structures and vehicle‑mounted equipment for transport and specialist vehicle applications
• Produce 3D CAD models, detailed manufacturing drawings and engineering documentation using Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD
• Lead engineering projects from concept generation through design, testing, manufacture and production implementation
• Develop practical solutions that integrate mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems
• Liaise with Production, Purchasing, Service and external suppliers to ensure designs are manufacturable, cost‑effective and reliable
• Support prototype builds, testing, commissioning and validation activities
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives relating to product performance, quality, reliability and cost
• Provide technical support for existing products, customer applications and bespoke engineering projects.

Basic Qualifications

• HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• Proven mechanical design experience within automotive, commercial vehicle, off‑highway, industrial machinery, power transmission or similar engineering sectors
• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, geometric tolerancing and manufacturing processes
• Experience designing fabricated and welded assemblies
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic and basic DC electrical systems would be advantageous
• Full UK driving licence
• Right to work in the UK

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

Predominantly site-based at our Bradford facility, supporting close collaboration with manufacturing and assembly operations. Occasional UK travel to customer and supplier locations will be required to support project development, technical reviews and product implementation. Flexible working arrangements are available, with a focus on project and business needs.

• Strong mechanical design and problem‑solving capability
• Ability to take ownership of projects and deliver solutions with minimal supervision
• Practical engineering mindset with a focus on Design for Manufacture and real‑world application
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work across multiple departments and suppliers
• Proactive and self‑motivated approach with a willingness to challenge and improve existing designs
• Attention to detail while maintaining focus on project deadlines and business objectives
• Adaptable and comfortable working on a wide range of engineering projects rather than a single product line

What we Offer

• Company Pension Contribution
• Westfield Health Medical Cover
• 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays (Option to purchase up to 5 days’ pro rata for part time)
• Free parking
• Death in Service Benefit of 4x salary
• Cycle Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme (after probation period)
• 10% of salary in shares after 1 year of employment

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Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology‑driven excellence in mission‑critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.

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Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request and a member of our team will contact you.