Mechanical Engineer

Yoh; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer for a contract role in Glasgow. This pivotal position involves leading technical design aspects of rotating package equipment and mentoring engineers. Offering a rate of £50 per hour and a hybrid work model of three days on-site and two days remote, this is a prime opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge engineering projects while ensuring high standards and on-time delivery.

Benefits

Competitive £50/hour rate

Outside IR35

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ post-graduate engineering experience.
• Proven leadership and communication skills.
• Experience managing complex engineering projects end-to-end.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and provide engineering support from concept through delivery.
• Supervise and mentor engineers while allocating work packages.
• 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

Technical skills in CAD

Mechanical design

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Lead 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 rotating equipment? 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 We’re 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.