Mechanical Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organization is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Dorset. This full-time, permanent position involves developing innovative designs and contributing to the full product lifecycle. Candidates should possess a degree in Mechanical Engineering and have 3-5 years of relevant experience. Excellent communication skills are essential. The salary is approximately £40K plus benefits.

Benefits

Benefits package

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of proven experience in mechanical design.
• Ability to assess materials and manufacturing methods.

Responsibilities

• Transform concepts into high-quality mechanical designs.
• Participate in testing and validation processes.
• Serve as a technical liaison across teams.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

Ability to transform concepts into designs

Knowledge of industry standards

Collaboration and communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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Mechanical Design Engineer, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client:

Fortress Recruit Ltd

Location:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

Job Description:

Fortress Recruit is supporting a leading engineering organisation in their search for a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join their specialist team based in Dorset.

This role offers the chance to be involved across the full product lifecycle, from initial design concepts to supporting manufacturing, testing, and certification. You’ll develop innovative, high-performance solutions for demanding environments, while enhancing your skills in a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Transforming concepts into high-quality mechanical designs and documentation supporting real-world performance.
• Participating in testing, validation, and review processes to ensure designs meet rigorous standards throughout their lifecycle.
• Serving as a technical liaison across teams and with external partners to facilitate smooth collaboration.
• Assessing materials and manufacturing methods, and contributing to certification and compliance processes.

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• 3-5 years of proven experience in mechanical design, with a track record of delivering projects from concept to production.
• A recognised qualification in Mechanical Engineering (Degree or equivalent).
• An understanding of how materials, thermal factors, and motion systems influence robust product design.
• Knowledge of industry standards and compliance requirements, with the ability to apply them effectively.
• Eligibility to obtain security clearance (residency in the UK for at least 5 years without sponsorship).

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering environment where your ideas matter. You’ll have the chance to contribute to solving real-world problems and to grow your technical skills within a supportive, innovative team.

This is a full-time, permanent position based on-site in Dorset. The salary is approximately £40K plus benefits. For more details or a confidential chat, contact emailprotected or call Becki directly.