Mechanical Engineer

MPI Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in London is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for ongoing projects across the UK, focusing on railway stations for telecoms and electrification. Candidates should have a strong background in mechanical design, experience with 3D CAD software, and the ability to manage engineering work packages. This role offers an opportunity for senior engineers seeking more responsibility and team leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical design and development using 3D CAD software.
• Experience in managing engineering work packages.
• Background in Energy, Rail, or Industrial sectors.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design using 3D CAD software.
• Deliver innovative engineering solutions within budget.
• Manage engineering work packages and formulate prototype designs.
• Support technical problem investigations and solutions.
• Conduct preliminary structural analyses.
• Support visits and meetings at UK sites.

Job description

Overview

Lead Mechanical Engineer

We are currently looking for a contractor for a long term role (ongoing) to undertake the role of Lead Mechanical Engineer for ongoing projects around the UK. The biggest projects will be working on railway stations for telecoms/ electrification, so we would require someone who can be based in the Kings Cross office but is happy to travel around the UK when required.

This role could suit a senior level design engineer looking to take on more responsibility for leading a small team and project work.

Responsibilities

• Performing mechanical design and development using 3D CAD software with a “hands on” approach.
• Delivering innovative, optimised engineering solutions against requirements, within budget and timescales.
• Managing own elements of the engineering work package.
• Formulating prototype designs and producing physical representations.
• Providing key support to critical technical problem investigations and delivering effective solutions.
• Contributing towards continual improvement in product manufacturability through effective relationship building and design guidance/liaison with other engineering functions.
• Preliminary (sizing) structural analyses (hand calculations and Creo Simulate).
• Supporting visits and meetings at UK sites and suppliers when required, and make necessary adjustments.

Qualifications / Experience

Ideally the right candidate will have experience from any of the following industries: Energy, Rail, Industrial.