Mechanical Design Engineer

Redline Group Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise d'ingénierie de premier plan à Gateshead recherche un ingénieur de conception mécanique. Le candidat sera responsable de la conception et du développement de systèmes mécaniques complexes, travaillant dans un environnement collaboratif et soutenant les activités de gestion de produits. Cela inclut la création de modèles CAD et l'interaction avec diverses équipes pour assurer la qualité des conceptions. Une forte expérience avec Autodesk Inventor et une formation en ingénierie mécanique sont essentielles pour réussir dans ce rôle.

Benefits

Développement professionnel continu

Salaire compétitif et avantages

Contribution à des projets d'ingénierie innovants

Qualifications

• Expérience extensive en conception de produits mécaniques dans un secteur technique.
• Compréhension des normes de dessin technique et des processus de fabrication.
• Capacité à gérer plusieurs tâches de conception en parallèle.

Responsibilities

• Concevoir et développer des composants et assemblages mécaniques.
• Produire des dessins techniques détaillés, des nomenclatures et des spécifications.
• Participer aux revues de conception et aux initiatives d'amélioration continue.

Skills

Mechanical Product Design

Autodesk Inventor

Tolerance Analysis

DFMEA

Technical Documentation

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

A new opportunity has become available for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a leading engineering firm in Gateshead, specialising in complex, high-integrity mechanical systems across defence, rail, and transport sectors.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, based in Gateshead, you'll be responsible for designing and developing mechanical components and assemblies, ensuring designs are optimised for functionality, manufacturability, and safety.You'll also support product lifecycle activities including obsolescence management and BOM maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain 2D/3D CAD models using Autodesk Inventor
• Produce detailed technical drawings, BOMs, and specifications in line with industry standards
• Conduct tolerance analysis, DFMEA, and design optimisation for manufacturability and assembly
• Support prototype builds, testing and validation activities
• Engage with project, quality, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, cost-effective designs
• Participate in design reviews, brainstorming, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide engineering input to business development activities, including risk/opportunity analysis

Key Skills & Experience:

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent demonstrable experience)
• Extensive experience in mechanical product design, preferably in a technical industry
• Strong experience with Autodesk Inventor (or similar CAD tools) for concept and production designs
• Knowledge of engineering drawing standards and manufacturing processes
• Experience in DFMEA, technical documentation, and design review processes
• Comfortable working with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple design tasks in parallel and support legacy systems

Why Join my client? You will

• Contribute to innovative engineering projects with real-world impact
• Work in a values-driven organisation focused on Safety, Integrity, Innovation, and Talent
• Be part of a supportive, cross-functional team environment with ongoing professional development
• Receive a Competitive salary, strong benefits, and career growth opportunities

To find out more about the role of Mechanical Design Engineer based in Gateshead, please contact Rachael Dent on 01582 878847 or email your CV to [e-mail].