Mechanical Design Engineer

Castle Employment Agency Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global innovator in subsea technology is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to produce designs for cutting-edge subsea systems. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, proficiency in SolidWorks, and experience in structural analysis. This position offers 25 days' holiday, private healthcare, and development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

5% pension

Life insurance at twice your salary

Overtime at enhanced rates

Qualifications

• Proficiency in SolidWorks and familiarity with PDM systems.
• Experience in structural analysis, tolerancing, limits and fits.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Produce mechanical designs and specifications for subsea systems.
• Conduct structural analysis and FEA using SolidWorks Simulation or Ansys.
• Provide engineering support to production, integration, and logistics.

Skills

3D CAD (SolidWorks)

Structural analysis

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

Ansys

Job description

If you're a Mechanical Engineer looking to design world–leading subsea technology, this is your chance to join a global innovator producing complex systems that operate in some of the harshest environments on the planet. Based at site in North Yorkshire (near Helmsley), working 37 hours per week (Mon–Thurs 8:30am–4:30pm, Fri 8:30am–4:00pm) with flexi–time available, you'll benefit from 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, private healthcare, a 5% pension, life insurance at twice your salary, and overtime at enhanced rates.

The successful Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for:

• Producing mechanical designs, specifications, and documentation for cutting–edge subsea systems using SolidWorks and PDM.
  
  
• Conducting structural analysis and FEA using SolidWorks Simulation or Ansys, along with relevant hand calculations.
  
  
• Assisting with the preparation of manuals, proposals, and technical input for tenders.
  
  
• Providing engineering support to production, integration, logistics, and customers, both on–site and off–site when required.
  
  
• Ensuring designs meet company, client, and international standards within agreed budgets and timescales.
  
  
• Liaising with multi–discipline teams and contributing to product development from concept through to delivery.
  
  

The ideal Mechanical Design Engineer will have:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification/experience.
  
  
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks) and familiarity with PDM systems.
  
  
• Experience in structural analysis, tolerancing, limits and fits, and mechanical assembly techniques.
  
  
• Knowledge of inspection, testing, and certification requirements.
  
  
• Strong problem–solving skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  
  
• Desirable: Experience with kinematics, mechanisms, manufacturing processes, subsea materials, corrosion prevention, hydraulics, or ergonomics.
  
  

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business known globally for quality and innovation in subsea engineering, offering a varied role, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on projects that genuinely push technical boundaries. Apply today by calling us, emailing your CV, or submitting an application online – your next career step starts here.