Mechanical Engineer

Morgan Ryder; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life assurance

Professional development prospects

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm seeks a qualified Recruitment Specialist to join their dynamic Test & Qualification team in Ellesmere Port, UK. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 3-5 years of experience in the engineering industry. Responsibilities include developing test plans, conducting testing, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. This role offers a competitive salary, pension, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive environment focused on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years post-graduate industry experience.
• Experience in product testing, qualification, or systems verification is advantageous.
• Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles and engineering analysis.
• Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles and engineering analysis.
• Skilled in AutoCAD (2D & 3D).
• Excellent analytical, communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Passion for continuous improvement and a safety‑first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test and qualification plans to verify product performance.
• Conduct theoretical analysis and hands-on testing activities.
• Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects on time.
• Analyse test results, produce technical reports and support design improvements.
• Identify and implement process improvements within engineering practices.
• Collaborate across multi‑disciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and to specification.

Skills

Mechanical engineering principles

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Recruitment Specialist with 20+ Years Experience in Engineering & Operations

Aerospace / Defence Projects

Salary: Competitive Salary + Pension + Life assurance + Professional Development Prospects

Experience: 3-5 years post-graduate industry experience

Are you a motivated Mechanical or Aerospace Engineer ready to take your next step in a world-leading safety and engineering organisation?

We are looking for a talented engineer with 2+ years’ industry experience to join a dynamic Test & Qualification team, where innovation, precision and safety excellence come together.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test and qualification plans to verify product performance.
• Conduct both theoretical analysis and hands‑on testing activities.
• Interpret technical requirements and manage system verification documentation.
• Analyse test results, produce technical reports and support design improvements.
• Identify and implement process improvements within engineering practices.
• Collaborate across multi‑disciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and to specification.

Key Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or related discipline).
• 3–5 years’ experience in an engineering/industrial environment.
• Experience of product testing, qualification or systems verification – advantageous.
• Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles and engineering analysis.
• Skilled in AutoCAD (2D & 3D).
• Excellent analytical, communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Passion for continuous improvement and a safety‑first mindset.

Why Join?

You will collaborate with experienced engineers across multiple disciplines, gaining exposure to cutting‑edge projects that protect lives in aerospace, defence, and marine environments.

Join a company who offer a supportive culture that values continuous improvement, technical growth and professional development—with access to structured training, mentoring and opportunities to progress your career within a global engineering leader.

Unfortunately, this company do not hold a licence to offer sponsorship

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function and Industries

• Engineering and Manufacturing
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
• Defense and Space Manufacturing

Location: Warrington, England, United Kingdom