Mechanical Engineer

Collett & Sons Ltd; Goole; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned transport company based in Goole is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support their Projects Management Team. This role includes developing high-quality engineering solutions, creating technical documentation, and delivering innovative projects. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering and possess strong problem-solving and communication skills. The position offers competitive benefits including 28 days of holiday and pension contributions.

Benefits

28 days Holiday per year including Bank Holiday

Company pension scheme contributions

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Overnight subsistence costs paid

Qualifications

• Practical application of engineering principles using hand calculations, CAD and computer simulation.
• Experience within the Logistics, Road haulage or Heavy Lifting industry preferred.
• Full Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Create detailed engineering drawings and design calculations.
• Identify and specify specialist equipment needs.

Skills

Creative problem solving

Word and Excel skills

AutoCAD skills

Good communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

Overview

Collett & Sons have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Goole.

Location: Goole, DN14 6UE

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: Competitive

Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00–17:00 and 09:00–18:00 rotating shift each week, with a one-hour unpaid break taken during the day to suit business needs

About Us

Collett & Sons Ltd is a successful family-owned Company, established since 1928. Originally founded as a Transport Company, it has developed into a multi-modal operator and has been set into 4 closely run Divisions to reflect the diverse nature of the business and clients it serves. The 4 Divisions are integrated between each other which allow a stop shop service.

• Transport - Undertaking General transport, Freight Forwarding and Warehousing
• Heavy Lift - Heavy transport, Crane Hire, Lifting & Project management
• Marine - Vessel Chartering operations, Stevedoring, Port and Ships Agency services
• Consulting - Undertaking Route surveying, site access studies & reporting

The Company specialise in the Oil & Gas, Power Generation, Heavy Engineering, Renewables and Civil & Infrastructure markets, transporting and moving difficult loads within the UK & Worldwide. We operate from our 5-acre head office site in Halifax, 10-acre site in Goole and 3-acre site in Grangemouth, Scotland.

Mechanical Engineer - The Role

Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? As a Mechanical Engineer, you\'ll play a key role in supporting our dynamic Projects Management Team—bringing bold ideas to life through innovative, high-quality, and cost-effective engineering solutions. From transport and heavy lift to complex projects, you\'ll help shape the future of our operations and grow your career along the way.

This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to challenge yourself, expand your skill set, and make a real impact on projects that matter. Every day is different, and you\'ll be part of a team that thrives on solving complex problems with creativity and precision.

Overtime and weekend work may be required depending on project demands—but with it comes the chance to be part of some of the most exciting engineering challenges in the industry.

Mechanical Engineer - Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), equipment lists, and technical documentation
• Create detailed engineering drawings, design calculations, rigging studies, and operations programs to support both project proposals and live executions
• Identify and specify specialist equipment needs, ensuring all designs meet current statutory regulations and adhere to both customer and company standards

Mechanical Engineer - You

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Practical application of engineering principles using hand calculations, CAD and computer simulation
• Experience within the Logistics, Road haulage or Heavy Lifting industry (preferred not essential)
• Creative problem solving
• Word and Excel skills
• AutoCAD skills
• Good communication skills and ability to converse at all levels
• General Office IT skills
• Full Driving Licence

Mechanical Engineer - Benefits

• 28 days Holiday per year including Bank Holiday
• Company contributions to the Company pension scheme is offered subject to conditions
• Holiday Purchase Scheme subject to conditions
• Overnight subsistence costs are paid when away from base

Join our team at Collett & Sons and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional transport and logistics solutions.

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