Mechanical Design Engineer

Scantec Personnel Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK infrastructure and engineering organisation is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to projects in regulated environments. The role involves producing detailed 3D models using Autodesk Inventor and designing equipment for mechanical handling and cylinder storage. Candidates should have expertise in material selection, structural design, and experience with General Arrangement drawings. This position offers the chance to work on technically challenging projects that impact national infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Expert-level proficiency in Autodesk Inventor is required.
• Strong understanding of material selection and structural design considerations needed.
• Experience in producing General Arrangement drawings is necessary.
• Background in mechanical handling or industrial equipment design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 3D designs and models using Autodesk Inventor.
• Design structural steel equipment and develop storage systems.
• Create models suitable for visualisation and BIM integration.
• Support material selection for structural performance.

Skills

Expert-level proficiency in Autodesk Inventor

Strong understanding of material selection and structural design

Experience producing GA drawings

Background in mechanical handling or industrial equipment design

Ability to work within secure and regulated environments

Job description

Location: Manchester
Security Clearance: SC clearance required
Scope: Outside IR35
Rate: Competitive

Overview

We are working with a leading UK infrastructure and engineering organisation delivering complex projects across regulated sectors, including transport, energy, water, and defence. The business is known for its strong engineering capability and involvement in major national infrastructure programmes, operating within highly controlled environments that demand high standards of safety, quality, and compliance. It works collaboratively with clients and supply chains to deliver sustainable, long–term solutions and offers engineers the opportunity to contribute to technically challenging, high–impact projects.

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design and development of Mechanical Handling and Cylinder Storage Equipment within a new–build, highly regulated facility. The role will focus on producing detailed 3D models using Autodesk Inventor and supporting the integration of mechanical equipment into the BIM model of the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 3D designs and models using Autodesk Inventor
• Design structural steel equipment including stillages, cradles, stacking blocks, and other cylinder storage solutions
• Develop storage systems for sample bottles, such as racks and storage arrays, within designated rooms
• Design mechanical handling equipment, including overhead cranes, jib cranes, hoists, and rail transporters
• Create models suitable for visualisation purposes and integration into the facility BIM model
• Produce General Arrangement (GA) drawings to support design development and delivery
• Support material selection and determine appropriate material thicknesses for structural performance

Skills & Experience

• Expert–level proficiency in Autodesk Inventor
• Strong understanding of material selection and structural design considerations
• Experience producing GA drawings
• Background in mechanical handling or industrial equipment design preferred
• Ability to work within secure and regulated environments