Mechanical Design Engineer (Piping, Pumping Systems)

Rise Technical; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to work on a 12-month contract in Birmingham. The role involves producing mechanical designs for pumping systems and requires expertise in CAD software. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in mechanical design for water or hydraulic systems, and proficiency in Creo is preferred. This position offers a hybrid work model with 2-3 days onsite.

Qualifications

• Strong background in mechanical design for water or hydraulic systems.
• Experience in producing fabrication drawings and engineering documentation.
• Understanding of pump hydraulics and flow calculations.

Responsibilities

• Produce mechanical designs, models and drawings for pumping systems.
• Carry out pump hydraulic calculations and equipment sizing.
• Develop mechanical design documentation including 2D/3D CAD.

Skills

Mechanical design for water systems

Piping layouts

Pump hydraulics

Strong CAD skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Creo

AutoCAD

Revit

ANSYS

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer (Piping / Hydraulics / Pumping Systems)

Location: Birmingham (Hybrid, 2 - 3 Days Onsite)
Contract: 12 Months Outside IR35 December / January Start
Rate: Highly Competitive (Ltd / CIS)

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer with strong experience in piping systems, pump hydraulics, water industry process equipment or mechanical assemblies? Are you looking for a technical delivery role where you'll be producing high-quality mechanical design outputs under the guidance of an experienced Design Manager?

We are recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer to support a major UK water-sector infrastructure programme based in Birmingham. This position is purely mechanical focusing on pumping systems, hydraulic design, pipework layouts, mechanical bracketry, skids, fabrications, and equipment integration.

This is a 12-month contract, with strong potential to extend. The role suits someone who is hands‑on with mechanical design documentation, who can produce accurate drawings, calculations and engineering deliverables in a highly technical environment.

The Role

• Produce mechanical designs, models and drawings for pumping systems, hydraulic equipment, pipework routes, mechanical bracketry, supports and skids
• Carry out pump hydraulic calculations, equipment sizing and mechanical system integration
• Develop mechanical design documentation: 2D/3D CAD, GAs, assembly drawings, fabrication packages, BoMs
• Work under the guidance of a Design Manager, supporting design reviews, compliance checks and project documentation
• Review specifications, supplier data and technical documents to ensure alignment with project requirements
• Assist with mechanical design coordination across pumping, hydraulic and process systems
• Support site visits where required to confirm layouts, measurements or mechanical interfaces

The Person

• Strong background in mechanical design for water, utilities, pumping, pipework or hydraulic systems
• Proficient in Creo (preferred) plus AutoCAD; experience with Revit/Bentley/Inventor/ANSYS advantageous
• Understanding of pump hydraulics, flow/pressure calculations, mechanical integration and bracketry/steelwork
• Experience producing fabrication drawings, piping layouts, mechanical assemblies and engineering documentation
• Knowledge of water-industry standards (WIMES, BS EN) beneficial
• Collaborative team player able to work closely with a Design Manager and multidisciplinary teams
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent); CSCS desirable

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for similar opportunities, please click Apply Now or contact Ed Douglass at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
Rates advertised are available for this position; actual pay will depend on experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all suitable candidates.

Key Commutable Locations:

Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Derby, Leicester, Nottingham, Solihull, Rugby, Worcester, Telford, Burton-on-Trent, Walsall, Dudley, West Bromwich, Sutton Coldfield, Tamworth