Mechanical Design Engineer

Searley Owen; Remote; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A design consultancy is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer for their team in Derby, UK. The role involves creating detailed design documentation, including 3D models and 2D drawings, while ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards. Candidates should have expertise in plant layouts, structural design, and proficiency in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Tekla. The position offers a competitive salary of £45,000, 25 days of holiday, and the option for remote working.

Benefits

25 days holiday, plus bank holidays

Great working environment

Fully remote working option

Qualifications

• Experience in plant layouts and materials handling systems.
• Strong background in structural and steelwork design.
• Ability to detail pipework design.

Responsibilities

• Develop design documentation including 3D models and 2D drawings.
• Produce supporting materials such as certification dossiers and quality plans.
• Design with a focus on technical and safety standards.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams and suppliers.
• Maintain high standards in quality and budget control.

Skills

Plant layouts and materials handling systems

Structural and steelwork design

Pipework design and detailing

Proficiency in SolidWorks

Proficiency in Tekla

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a small and friendly design consultancy team.

About Us

We are a design consultancy delivering comprehensive project management services. Producing a wide range of design drawings, from layouts and general arrangements to detailed fabrication drawings, for material handling systems, process plants, and mechanical equipment.

This is a very exciting time for the business, growing year on year. This is a brilliant opportunity for the right Design Engineer to help us grow further.

About the Job

• Develop design documentation: 3D models, 2D drawings, schematics, calculations
• Produce supporting materials: certification dossiers, quality plans, manuals
• Design with precision to meet technical, safety, and client expectations
• Collaborate across disciplines and with suppliers
• Maintain high standards in quality, delivery, and budget control

About your skills and Experience

• Plant layouts and materials handling systems (silos, conveyors, dryers, etc.)
• Structural and steelwork design (portal frames, access platforms, etc.)
• Pipework design and detailing
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, Tekla, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office

About the Package

• Salary: £45,000 per annum
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• A great working environment, where your ideas matter and your work has a impact
• Fully remote working option
• A growing company working with very good stable clients