Mechanical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative engineering firm in Oxfordshire seeks a skilled Mechanical Engineer (Rotating Machinery) for a 3-month contract with potential extension. You'll contribute to cutting-edge technology for next-generation battery systems, working in a high-precision environment focused on engineering excellence.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of mechanical engineering experience in heavy engineering or high-precision manufacturing.
• Proven experience in mechanical commissioning and rotating machinery.
• Solid understanding of motors, seals, drives, and thermal influences.

Responsibilities

• Work with rotating machinery including mixers, motors, and drives.
• Interpret and deliver from detailed engineering drawings.
• Oversee mechanical assembly and commissioning of complex equipment.
• Collaborate across technical teams for robust engineering solutions.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Commissioning

Understanding of Rotating Machinery

Job description

Job Description

What if your next role helped power the future of energy?

About this Position:

Imagine contributing your mechanical engineering expertise to cutting-edge technology that’s redefining how energy is stored and delivered. An innovative engineering firm based in Oxfordshire is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer (Rotating Machinery) to support their high-tech development of next-generation battery systems.

This is a 3-month contract, with the potential to extend to 6 months, offering outside IR35 status and a competitive hourly rate. On-site, hands-on, and at the heart of engineering excellence, this role places you in a dynamic environment where precision and performance drive real-world impact.

Responsibilities:

• Work with rotating machinery including mixers, motors, drives, and seals within a high-precision engineering setting.
• Interpret and deliver work accurately from detailed engineering drawings.
• Oversee mechanical assembly and ensure effective commissioning of complex equipment.
• Apply a strong understanding of temperature cycles in mechanical design considerations.
• Collaborate across technical teams to deliver robust, high-quality engineering solutions.
• (Bonus) Liaise with suppliers and vendors to source components and resolve technical challenges.

Experience Required:

• 5–10+ years of mechanical engineering experience, ideally within a heavy engineering or high-precision manufacturing environment.
• Proven background in mechanical commissioning and working with rotating machinery.
• Solid understanding of motors, seals, drives, and the influence of temperature on system performance.