Mechanical Engineer

GMP Recruitment Agency Ltd; Worcester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36.75-hour working week

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension

Early finish every Friday

Job summary

GMP Recruitment Agency Ltd. is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team and work across the full product lifecycle—from concepts and research through design, manufacture, installation and commissioning.

You will design mechanical systems, produce detailed drawings, perform engineering calculations and support cross-functional teams to deliver technically challenging projects. A strong foundation in mechanics and CAD is essential.

Qualifications

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME or equivalent).
• Around five years’ experience in a mechanical engineering role.
• Experience across the product development lifecycle.
• Knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
• Experience using 2D and 3D CAD software, ideally SolidWorks (or AutoCAD).
• Familiarity with engineering analysis software such as ANSYS, ProMechanica or similar.
• Experience using MATLAB, Excel or LabVIEW.
• Strong understanding of mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics and materials science.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Experience working with dynamometer systems or test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects through the full product development lifecycle, including design, prototyping, testing, manufacture and implementation.
• Design mechanical systems and components to meet customer and project requirements.
• Produce detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Carry out engineering calculations, feasibility studies and performance testing.
• Develop and improve manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Support production and commissioning teams during equipment build and installation.
• Investigate technical challenges, identify root causes and develop effective engineering solutions.
• Evaluate product performance, reliability and safety, making design improvements where required.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, operating manuals and supporting documentation.
• Collaborate with colleagues across engineering, production and commissioning to deliver successful projects.
• Keep up to date with new engineering technologies, methods and industry best practice.

Skills

Project lifecycle

CAD software

SolidWorks

FEA/CFD

MATLAB/Excel

Engineering analysis

Problem solving

Communication skills

Test equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

ProMechanica

MATLAB

LabVIEW

Excel

Job description

About the Role

We're looking for a talented and innovative Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to work across the full product lifecycle, from initial concepts and research through design, manufacture, installation and final commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects through the full product development lifecycle, including design, prototyping, testing, manufacture and implementation.
• Design mechanical systems and components to meet customer and project requirements.
• Produce detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Carry out engineering calculations, feasibility studies and performance testing.
• Develop and improve manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Support production and commissioning teams during equipment build and installation.
• Investigate technical challenges, identify root causes and develop effective engineering solutions.
• Evaluate product performance, reliability and safety, making design improvements where required.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, operating manuals and supporting documentation.
• Collaborate with colleagues across engineering, production and commissioning to deliver successful projects.
• Keep up to date with new engineering technologies, methods and industry best practice.

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME or equivalent).
• Around five years’ experience in a mechanical engineering role (applications from candidates with varying levels of experience are welcome).
• Experience working across the product development lifecycle.
• Knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
• Experience using 2D and 3D CAD software, ideally SolidWorks (or similar such as AutoCAD).
• Familiarity with engineering analysis software such as ANSYS, ProMechanica or similar.
• Experience using engineering and mathematical analysis tools such as MATLAB, Excel or LabVIEW.
• A strong understanding of engineering fundamentals including mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics and materials science.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Experience working with dynamometer systems or test equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension
• Additional company benefits
• 36.75-hour working week
• Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm
• Friday: 8:00am – 12:45pm
• Early finish every Friday

Additional Information

This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of technically challenging engineering projects while contributing to the development of innovative products from concept through to delivery.