Mechanical Design Engineer

Engineering @ 365 Ltd; Ringway; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized engineering firm in the UK seeks a Design Engineer to manage the full lifecycle of engineered systems—from concept to production. Responsibilities include developing detailed mechanical designs for air handling systems, performing system checks, and creating production documentation. The ideal candidate will have experience in HVAC system design and proficiency with CAD tools like SolidWorks. Flexibility for site travel is essential. Join us to contribute to innovative solutions in challenging environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing HVAC systems, ducting, and building services.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or Inventor is essential.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and occasionally internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs for environmental and airflow systems using CAD.
• Carry out system performance checks for validation of design.
• Select mechanical and electrical components for system efficiency.
• Create production drawings, assembly diagrams, and documentation.
• Assist with compliance activities relating to safety standards.
• Support on-site installation and commissioning activities.

Skills

Designing HVAC systems

Proficient with SolidWorks or Inventor

Flexibility to travel

Job description

Overview

Engineering @365 is working with an established engineering firm specialising in the design and manufacture of high-performance air handling and environmental control systems. Their equipment is used across a range of demanding industrial and technical sectors, delivering precision‑engineered solutions for complex humidity and temperature management challenges.

About the role

This is a hands‑on design position that covers the full lifecycle of engineered systems, from initial concept through to production and commissioning. You will work closely with colleagues across engineering, projects and production to turn design concepts into real‑world solutions that perform in challenging industrial environments.

You will take ownership of varied projects, ensuring every system is designed for optimum performance, reliability and manufacturability. The role combines technical design, system integration and practical involvement throughout project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed mechanical designs for custom‑built environmental and airflow systems using modern CAD platforms.
• Carry out system performance checks, including airflow and heat‑transfer calculations, to validate design intent.
• Select suitable mechanical and electrical components to achieve required system functionality and efficiency.
• Create detailed production drawings, assembly diagrams and supporting documentation for manufacturing.
• Assist with technical documentation and compliance activities relating to safety and performance standards.
• Support on‑site installation and commissioning activities where required (predominantly UK‑based, with occasional overseas opportunities).

What we’re looking for

• Background and experience designing HVAC systems, ducting, building services etc.
• Proficient with SolidWorks or Inventor.
• Flexibility to travel to site when required, nationwide with potential for international travel.

How to apply

To apply for the Design Engineer role, please apply above or alternatively call a member of the team at Engineering @365.

Engineering @365 is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.