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 to join their team in Sheffield. This home-based role involves taking ownership of design work for materials handling and heavy plant engineering projects. Candidates must have experience in mechanical design and strong CAD skills in SolidWorks. The position offers a salary of £45,000 - £50,000, 25 days of holiday, and a supportive work environment with limited travel required.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Supportive environment

Stable projects with reputable clients

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical design work from concept to fabrication.
• Ability to produce 3D models, 2D drawings, layouts, and calculations.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with suppliers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of mechanical design work from concept to installation.
• Produce models, drawings, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure designs meet standards and client specifications.

Skills

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

SolidWorks (CAD skills essential)

Ability to work independently within a small team

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