Mechanical Design Engineer

Escape Recruitment Services; Dundee; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering client in Dundee seeks an experienced Design Engineer to join their collaborative team. The role involves producing engineering documentation, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring project specifications are met. This is an exciting opportunity for career advancement in a supportive environment focused on innovation and quality.

Qualifications

• At least two years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in CAD software.
• Familiarity with engineering standards and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Producing detailed engineering documentation and manufacturing drawings.
• Mentoring junior engineers and supporting their development.
• Contributing to process improvements and ensuring project milestones are met.

Skills

2D drafting

3D modelling

FEA tools (e.g. ANSYS)

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Escape Recruitment is working with a well-established engineering client based in Dundee who are looking to add an experienced Design Engineer to their growing technical team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking business involved in the design and manufacture of highly engineered mechanical components used in demanding applications across global markets. You’ll be joining a collaborative and supportive engineering team where innovation, precision, and quality are key.

What you’ll be doing:

• Collaborating with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure project specifications, timelines and technical requirements are fully understood and delivered.
• Producing detailed engineering documentation including manufacturing drawings, calculations, specifications, and procedural documentation.
• Taking ownership of your design work and contributing to peer reviews by checking and validating colleagues’ drawings and calculations.
• Mentoring junior engineers and supporting their development through knowledge sharing and training.
• Providing technical input and solutions throughout all stages of the design process, from concept to manufacture.
• Attending cross-functional meetings, training sessions, site visits, and audits as required to support the wider engineering and business objectives.
• Continuously reviewing your performance and contributing to process improvements, ensuring project milestones are met and efficiencies are achieved.
• Working additional hours when required to avoid project delays or missed targets.
• Maintaining and developing professional registration, working towards IEng or CEng status within two years of joining the company.

What we’re looking for:

• A degree-qualified Design Engineer with at least two years' experience in a manufacturing environment using CAD.
• Proficiency in 2D drafting, 3D modelling, and experience using FEA tools such as ANSYS.
• A good understanding of engineering standards, quality systems (e.g. ISO9001), and design practices in a regulated industry.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and design for manufacture principles.
• Experience designing mechanical components or systems to industry standards (e.g. API/ASME) would be advantageous, but not essential.
• Ability to manage your workload independently while also working collaboratively in a team-oriented setting.
• Strong attention to detail and a creative approach to solving technical challenges.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to further their career in a supportive environment, working on technically interesting products that have real-world impact.

To apply or find out more, get in touch with Escape Recruitment today.