Mechanical Design Engineer

Pertemps; Walsall; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Walsall is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. This role involves designing bespoke mechanical assemblies for critical industrial infrastructure projects. Candidates should hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering and have relevant experience in heavy engineering environments.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven experience in mechanical design within heavy engineering environments.
• Strong knowledge of international design codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop bespoke mechanical assemblies for industrial applications.
• Produce detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

Mechanical Design

3D CAD Software

Design Calculations

Stress Analysis

Material Selection

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer
Walsall
Permanent, Full-Time
Competitive Salary

I am recruiting on behalf of a client in the Walsall area, they are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on bespoke, high-specification equipment that plays a critical role in industrial and energy infrastructure projects. You will take ownership of complex design tasks from concept through to manufacture, ensuring compliance with relevant engineering codes and customer specifications.

Duties:

• Design and develop bespoke mechanical assemblies and engineered systems used in complex industrial environments
• Produce detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings and technical documentation for manufacturing and client approval
• Carry out design calculations, stress analysis, and material selection in line with codes
• Liaise with cross-functional teams across engineering, production, and quality to ensure successful project delivery
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes, product efficiency, and manufacturability
• Maintain accurate design records and ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards

Requirements:

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering
• Proven experience in mechanical design, ideally within heavy engineering environments
• Strong knowledge of relevant international design codes and standards
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD)