Mechanical Design Engineer

CIBSE Journal; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Pension

Job summary

CIBSE Journal is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Sheffield to join their engineering team. The role focuses on mechanical design, calculations and documentation for structural and engineering applications.

The candidate will work with engineering, project, quality and site teams, producing drawings and technical packages while supporting on-site installation as needed.

Qualifications

• Engineering bachelor's degree required; HND/HNC considered with relevant experience.
• Proven experience using 3D CAD software; SolidWorks preferred.
• Ability to produce, read and modify 3D models, assemblies and drawings.
• Strong understanding of fundamental mechanical calculations.
• Willingness to work on-site to support installation and tensioning activities.

Responsibilities

• Produce and review mechanical designs and technical drawings for assemblies.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models and drawings using SolidWorks or Solid Edge.
• Carry out fundamental engineering calculations (stresses, bending, bearing).
• Assess load paths to meet strength requirements and client specs.
• Support Site Services with on-site installation and tensioning activities.

Skills

3D CAD

SolidWorks

Engineering calculations

Technical drawing

Education

Engineering bachelor's degree

HND/HNC in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Solid Edge

Job description

Position: Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Sheffield
Salary: 35,000 – 38,000 circa Depending on experience

Our client is a well–established engineering business specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of specialist bar, cable and welded systems for structural and engineering applications. Due to continued development, they are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their existing engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer with a strong design and engineering background to take responsibility for mechanical design, calculations and technical documentation, while working closely with engineering, project, quality and site teams.

Mechanical Design Engineer Position Overview

• Produce and review mechanical designs and technical drawings for assemblies used within structural and engineering applications.
• Create, modify and review 3D CAD models, assemblies and technical drawings using a CAD platform, ideally SolidWorks or Solid Edge.
• Carry out fundamental engineering calculations covering stresses, shear, bending, bearing and combined loading.
• Assess load paths and identify critical sections and stress areas to ensure designs meet strength requirements and relevant client specifications.
• Support the Site Services team with on–site installation and tensioning activities associated with specialist bar systems.
• Prepare technical documentation packages for customers, agents, distributors and auditors, including test reports, compliance statements, warranty documentation and certificates of origin.
• Work closely with engineering, project, quality and site teams to establish testing protocols, cable specifications and welding requirements.

Mechanical Design Engineer Position Requirements

• Engineering bachelor's degree, preferably in Mechanical Engineering. Candidates with an HND/HNC in Engineering and relevant industry experience will also be considered.
• Demonstrable experience using 3D CAD software, ideally SolidWorks
• Ability to produce, read and modify 3D models, assemblies and detailed engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of fundamental mechanical engineering calculations
• Practical engineering approach with the ability and willingness to work on site when required, supporting installation and tensioning activities.
• Knowledge of weld design and experience coordinating welding activities would be advantageous.

Mechanical Design Engineer Position Remuneration

• Salary 35,000 – 38,000 circa – depending on experience
• Monday to Friday – 35 hour working week
• Holiday allowance and pension