Mechanical Design Engineer

First Recruitment Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to innovative projects in a highly regulated environment. This role involves delivering mechanical designs that comply with safety standards and legislative requirements, ensuring high-quality outcomes throughout the engineering lifecycle. As part of a multi-discipline design team, you'll maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer looking to make a significant impact in their field while working in a supportive and diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical design engineering in regulated environments.
• Professional membership in engineering institutions is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical designs meeting safety and performance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and engineering best practices.

Skills

Mechanical Design Engineering

Legislative Compliance

Team Collaboration

Safety Standards

Multi-discipline Design

Problem Solving

Education

ONC / OND in Mechanical Engineering

HNC / HND in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Membership at Eng. Tech Level

Job description

Our client is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team.

Our Client has a requirement for a Mechanical Design Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Reading.

Role Purpose:

Provide mechanical designs for the Facility Design Authority (FDA) such that utilities, infrastructure, engineering processes, equipment and facilities are compliant with legislation, standards and requirements associated with engineering design throughout the facility lifecycle.

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Deliver mechanical designs that meet safety and performance requirements.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of relevant legislative documentation / standards associated with mechanical design engineering.
• Application of knowledge to confirm designs are prepared which comply with relevant legislation, standards and requirements.
• Maintain and promote high personal standards in environment, safety, health, security and quality, and be a great team player.
• Deliver mechanical engineering designs that address defined requirements, across the full engineering lifecycle, to a high standard.
• Ensure the design intent is maintained throughout the lifecycle, liaising with other discipline areas to ensure overall design intent is maintained.
• Ensure compliance with Company Assurance Environment, Safety, Health and Quality (ESH&Q) and statutory requirements.
• Ensure application of standards is proportionate and that engineering best practice is adopted.
• Elevate areas of concern to the relevant Principal Engineer.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

• ONC / OND or equivalent in mechanical engineering or other related discipline
• Professional membership of an engineering institution at Eng. Tech level.
• Producing mechanical designs as part of a multi-discipline design team.
• Experience of working in a highly regulated environment (preferably nuclear and / or explosives).
• HNC / HND or equivalent in mechanical engineering or other related discipline
• Able to work on a nuclear licensed site

MUST HAVE DV CLEARANCE

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Mechanical Design Engineer looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.