Mechanical Design Engineer

CIBSE Journal; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Career progression

Job summary

CIBSE Journal in Wolverhampton is recruiting a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its engineering team. You will design and develop specialist mechanical products from concept through to manufacture and installation, delivering robust 3D CAD models and precise drawings.

The role requires a degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering, experience in a design environment, and a strong ability to create drawings and BOMs.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in a mechanical design environment.
• Ability to create detailed engineering drawings and BOMs.
• Strong understanding of fabrication, welding and machined components.
• Experience with 3D CAD software SolidWorks, Inventor or Creo.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings.
• Design mechanical components, assemblies and fabricated structures.
• Support product development from concept through to production.
• Carry out engineering calculations and design validation.
• Liaise with manufacturing, production and supply chain teams.
• Support continuous improvement and product enhancement initiatives.
• Participate in design reviews and technical meetings.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry and safety standards.

Skills

3D CAD modelling

Engineering drawings

BOM creation

Manufacturing processes

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Creo

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Wolverhampton Permanent Competitive Salary + Benefits

The Opportunity

An established UK engineering manufacturer is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its growing engineering team in the West Midlands.The business designs and manufactures specialist vehicle–mounted equipment used across infrastructure, waste management and industrial sectors. With a long–standing reputation for engineering excellence, the company offers the opportunity to work on bespoke mechanical products from concept through to manufacture and installation. This role would suit an engineer who enjoys working on technically challenging projects and wants to see their designs progress into real–world products.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings.
• Design mechanical components, assemblies and fabricated structures.
• Support product development activities from concept through to production.
• Carry out engineering calculations and design validation.
• Liaise with manufacturing, production and supply chain teams.
• Support continuous improvement and product enhancement initiatives.
• Participate in design reviews and technical meetings.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry and safety standards.

Requirements

• Degree or HNC/HND qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience within a mechanical design environment.
• Ability to create detailed engineering drawings and BOMs.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including fabrication, welding and machined components.
• Experience using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor or Creo.
• Excellent problem–solving and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Desirable

• Experience designing heavy machinery
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems.
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with design for manufacture principles.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on specialist engineered products.
• Stable and well–established manufacturing business.
• Diverse range of projects and technical challenges.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression.
• Supportive engineering and manufacturing team environment.