Mechanical Design Engineer

G Force Recruitment Ltd; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a dynamic design team. You will be involved in the design of materials handling systems, taking projects from concept through to detailed design and manufacture. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in materials handling design and proficiency in SolidWorks. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including flexible working hours.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension Scheme: 5.5% employee / 7.5% employer contribution

Death in Service: 2× salary

Employee Assistance Programme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Laptop provided for flexible working

Flexi working hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bulk or process materials handling design.
• Proficient user of SolidWorks 3D CAD.
• Understanding of CDM Regulations and design safety responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of materials handling systems including conveyors and frameworks.
• Prepare detailed 3D models and drawings using SolidWorks.
• Produce layout drawings and plant designs.

Skills

Bulk or process materials handling design

SolidWorks 3D CAD

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of structural steel, fabrication and welding

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in mechanical, fabrication or welding disciplines

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer - Materials Handling

📍 Location: South Yorkshire
💷 Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum (DOE)
🕓 Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm, Friday 8:30am-3:30pm (flexi)
📅 Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

About the Company

Our client was established over 65 years ago and is a long‑standing, family‑owned engineering company specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of bulk and process materials handling equipment.

With over seven decades of engineering excellence, they've built a reputation for delivering bespoke, high‑quality solutions across a wide range of industrial sectors including aggregates, mining & minerals, power generation, biomass, chemicals, steel, maltings and distilleries.

The company prides itself on its bespoke engineering capability, tailoring designs precisely to client requirements — and continues to grow year‑on‑year both in the UK and overseas.

As they expand into larger‑scale projects and develop their capability as a principal contractor, this is an exciting time to join their dynamic and forward‑thinking engineering team.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of upcoming projects, the company is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their design department.

You’ll be involved in the mechanical design of bulk and process materials handling systems — taking projects from concept through to detailed design and manufacture. This is a hands‑on, technically engaging role that requires creativity, precision, and a strong understanding of mechanical systems within industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the concept design and detailed design of materials handling systems, including conveyors, structural frameworks, gantries, stairways, walkways and supporting steelwork.
• Prepare detailed 3D models and drawings using SolidWorks.
• Design for fabrication and welding, ensuring compliance with relevant engineering and safety standards.
• Apply knowledge of CDM Regulations throughout the design and project lifecycle.
• Produce layout drawings and plant designs, incorporating process plant and pipework elements where required.
• Work collaboratively with manufacturing, installation and project teams to ensure design intent and quality are achieved.
• Provide technical support to both internal teams and clients.

About You

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring a strong background in materials handling engineering and experience taking designs from concept through to manufacture.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in bulk or process materials handling design.
• Proficient user of SolidWorks 3D CAD.
• Knowledge of structural steel, fabrication and welding principles.
• Understanding of CDM Regulations and design safety responsibilities.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Confident, motivated and capable of taking a lead role within the design department.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering.
• City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in mechanical, fabrication or welding disciplines (desirable).

Package

• Competitive Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 (DOE).
• Pension Scheme: 5.5% employee / 7.5% employer contribution.
• Death in Service: 2× salary.
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing and support.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Laptop provided for flexible working.
• Flexi working hours.

You’ll be joining a company with strong values, a supportive team culture and a genuine commitment to engineering excellence. With major projects on the horizon, this is the ideal time to join and play a key role in shaping the future of the business.

📩 Interested?

Send your CV to the G Force Recruitment team via CV Library. One of our specialist consultants will be in touch shortly.

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