Mechanical Engineer

Instituto de Continuidad de Negocio; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Glasgow is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for a contract position. You will be responsible for providing technical leadership on complex projects, mentoring engineers, and ensuring high standards in design and execution. The ideal candidate has a degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 10 years of relevant experience. This role offers a competitive rate of £50 per hour and a hybrid work schedule of 3 days on-site and 2 days remote.

Benefits

Competitive £50/hour rate

Outside IR35

Hybrid working: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge engineering projects

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years post-graduate engineering experience.
• Proven ability to manage complex engineering projects end-to-end.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and provide engineering support from concept through delivery.
• Supervise and mentor engineers, allocating work packages and monitoring performance.
• Review specifications and provide technical solutions for tender enquiries.
• Manage engineering documentation, drawings, and change control processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution.

Skills

Strong technical skills in CAD

Mechanical design

Hydraulics

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

Job description

Mechanical Engineer Equipment Packaging (Contract)

Location: Glasgow (Hybrid 3 days on-site, 2 days remote)

Rate: £50 per hour

Contract: Outside IR35

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer with strong leadership skills and expertise in rotatingequipment? We have an exciting contract opportunity for a seasoned professional to take the technical lead on complex engineering projects.

The Role

As Lead Mechanical Engineer, you'll be responsible for specialist design aspects of rotating package equipment, supporting product development and providing technical leadership across the full project lifecycle. You'll mentor engineers, drive standardization, and ensure projects are delivered on time and to the highest quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and provide engineering support from concept through delivery.
• Supervise and mentor engineers, allocating work packages and monitoring performance.
• Review specifications and provide technical solutions for tender enquiries.
• Manage engineering documentation, drawings, and change control processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution.

What Were Looking For

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 10 years post-graduate engineering experience.
• Strong technical skills in CAD, mechanical design, hydraulics, and related disciplines.
• Proven leadership and communication skills.
• Experience managing complex engineering projects end-to-end.

Why This Contract?

• Competitive £50/hour rate.
• Outside IR35
• Hybrid working: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge engineering projects.

Interested?

Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion about this role.