Mechanical Engineer

Aggreko; Dumbarton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous holiday allowance

Health and wellbeing support

Discounts and perks

Job summary

Aggreko is searching for a Mechanical Engineer in Dumbarton. In this role, you will support the design and development of mechanical systems for various products, ensuring performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Ideal candidates will be experienced in equipment design, knowledgeable in DFM/DFA principles, and proficient in CAD tools like Creo or AutoCAD. Aggreko offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, providing significant opportunities for professional development and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical systems design and component selection.
• Knowledge of DFM/DFA principles and engineering best practices.
• Strong background in mechanical design analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support design and validation of mechanical systems.
• Create technical specifications and functional design documents.
• Collaborate with suppliers on component selection.

Skills

Mechanical design principles

CAD tools (Creo/ProE or AutoCAD)

PLM (Enovia/Windchill)

Problem-solving

Collaboration and communication

Tools

Creo/ProE

AutoCAD

MRP (M3)

Job description

Bring your energy to Aggreko as a Mechanical Engineer based in Dumbarton. In this role, you’ll support the design, development, and ongoing improvement of mechanical systems across Aggreko’s manufactured product range, helping deliver reliable, efficient solutions for customers worldwide.

Power without pause. Heating, cooling and oil‑free air without end. We keep our customers’ worlds on. From world‑class events that last a few weeks to mining operations and remote communities who rely on us for decades.

What You’ll Do

• Support the design, development, integration and validation of mechanical systems across new and existing products
• Create technical specifications, functional design documentation and test procedures
• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials and part specifications to support efficient manufacturing and assembly
• Provide mechanical engineering support to manufacturing, operations and technical investigations
• Contribute to RCA activities with OEMs and support resolution of quality issues
• Ensure designs meet requirements across performance, reliability, maintainability and cost of ownership
• Support continuous improvement of existing products and adapt designs for new applications and markets
• Collaborate with suppliers on component selection and lifecycle support
• Promote strong HSE performance through safe, compliant design and risk assessment

You Are

• A motivated Mechanical Engineer with experience in equipment or systems design
• Strong in mechanical design principles, including analysis (thermal, stress, vibration, flow and noise)
• Proficient in CAD tools (Creo/ProE or AutoCAD desirable)
• Familiar with PLM (Enovia/Windchill), MRP (M3) and engineering change processes
• Able to interpret requirements and produce fabrication, assembly drawings and detailed specifications
• A collaborative team player with strong communication and organisational skills
• Adaptable, resilient and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, changing environment

You’ll Bring

• Experience in mechanical systems design and component selection
• Knowledge of DFM/DFA principles and engineering best practice
• Exposure to powertrain systems (engines, alternators, couplings, AVMs, mounting frames) and associated calculations
• Understanding of cooling systems, including performance across different environmental conditions
• Strong problem‑solving ability with a focus on right‑first‑time, zero‑defect delivery

Here’s What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including pension and bonus
• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy or sell additional days
• Access to development opportunities to grow your engineering career
• Health and wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme and GP services
• Discounts, perks and opportunities to give back through volunteering

Equal employment opportunity

We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes, and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.