Mechanical Design Engineer

Optima UK Inc Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste solutions company in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Leicestershire. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £50,000 along with benefits such as a car allowance and holiday pay. The ideal candidate will have experience in LEV design and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include site surveys, producing CAD drawings, and managing project budgets while liaising with clients and suppliers to ensure projects are completed on time.

Benefits

Car allowance

25 days holidays plus bank

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Experience in Mechanical Design Engineering, particularly in LEV design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD 2D for technical layouts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed site surveys across the UK.
• Produce and manage CAD drawings for projects.
• Communicate with clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Source and order parts for each project.
• Liaise with suppliers to control costs and ensure performance.
• Monitor project costs to maximise gross profit.
• Coordinate installation teams and manage on-site performance.
• Organise timely deliveries and ensure projects stay on schedule.

Skills

LEV design experience

COSHH regulations

AutoCAD 2D software

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Budget management

Job description

Job Role: Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Leicestershire

Shift: Monday - Friday / Permanent / Hybrid (8:30pm - 5pm)

Salary: £30,000 - £50,000 + car allowance, 25 days holidays + bank, pension

About the Company

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading UK business specialising in waste solutions, across a variety of industries. You'll join a supportive, driven team delivering high-quality projects that make a real difference in workplace safety.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed site surveys across the UK
• Produce and manage CAD drawings for projects
• Communicate with clients throughout the project lifecycle
• Source and order parts for each project
• Liaise with suppliers to control costs and ensure performance
• Monitor project costs to maximise gross profit
• Coordinate installation teams and manage on-site performance
• Organise timely deliveries and ensure projects stay on schedule

Candidate Profile

• Experienced in LEV design with strong knowledge of COSHH regulations
• Competent in AutoCAD 2D software for technical design and layout
• Strong in written and verbal communication with clients, suppliers, and colleagues
• Highly organised, able to prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines
• Proactive, confident in problem-solving and decision-making
• Financially aware and capable of managing project budgets

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please send your CV to (url removed) or call myself on (phone number removed)