Mechanical Design Engineer (Materials Handling / Heavy Plant)

Searley Owen; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering design consultancy is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer for a home-based role with occasional travel. Responsibilities include taking ownership of design work from concept through to installation, producing 3D models and technical documentation, and collaborating with suppliers. The ideal candidate will have experience in heavy engineering and materials handling, along with skills in SolidWorks. The position offers a salary of £45,000 - £50,000 and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Supportive environment

Visible impact of work

Stable projects

Reputable long-term clients

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer within industrial / heavy engineering environments.
• Experience with plant layouts and materials handling systems.
• Understanding of steelwork/structural interfaces.
• Pipework design/detailing beneficial.
• CAD skills: SolidWorks essential.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of mechanical design work from concept to installation.
• Produce 3D models, 2D drawings, layouts, and calculations.
• Prepare supporting documentation such as technical dossiers.
• Liaise with suppliers and collaborate across disciplines.
• Ensure designs meet technical standards and client specifications.

Skills

Mechanical Design Engineering

Plant layouts

Materials handling systems

Steelwork/structural interfaces

Pipework design

SolidWorks

Tekla

AutoCAD

Attention to detail

Independent work

Tools

SolidWorks

Tekla

AutoCAD

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer (Materials Handling / Heavy Plant)

A growing engineering design consultancy is looking to hire an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a small, friendly team delivering industrial projects across heavy plant engineering, materials handling systems and process environments.

This is a home-based role, with limited travel to the Derby office for company meetings and occasional client site visits as required.

The Role

You will take ownership of mechanical design work from concept through to fabrication/installation, including:

• Producing 3D models, 2D drawings, GA's, layouts, schematics and calculations
• Preparing supporting documentation (e.g., technical dossiers, quality plans, manuals)
• Liaising with suppliers and collaborating across disciplines and stakeholders
• Ensuring designs meet technical standards, safety requirements and client specifications
• Supporting delivery against quality, programme and budget

Key Skills / Experience

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer within industrial / heavy engineering environments
• Experience with plant layouts and materials handling systems (silos, conveyors, bulk handling, dryers etc.)
• Understanding of steelwork/structural interfaces (portal frames, platforms, supports)
• Pipework design/detailing beneficial
• CAD skills: SolidWorks essential; Tekla and/or AutoCAD desirable
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently within a small team

Package

• £45,000 - £50,000 Per Annum
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Home-based working with limited travel (Derby office/client sites)
• Supportive environment where your work is visible and your ideas are valued
• Stable projects and reputable long-term clients