Mechanical Engineer in Cumbria

Energy Jobline CVL; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join a dynamic Components Team supporting the Royal Navy. The ideal candidate has a strong background in delivering mechanical systems, excellent technical knowledge, and relevant degree. The position offers significant professional development opportunities and mostly remote work with occasional on-site requirements in Cumbria.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering mechanical systems across the full engineering development lifecycle.
• Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and drive performance enhancements.
• Strong technical knowledge and hands-on experience with mechanical equipment such as heat exchangers, pumps, and compressors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day engineering activities to ensure on-time delivery and cost adherence.
• Serve as primary engineering interface for external customers and suppliers.
• Provide expert technical support and solutions for mechanical product challenges.

Skills

Mechanical systems delivery

Continuous improvement

Technical knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in STEM

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location: Mostly Remote – 2-3 days on site per month in Cumbria

Role Type: Permanent

Salary: £50,000 – £61,500 per annum depending on experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day engineering activities to ensure on‑time delivery and adherence to cost targets
• Serve as the primary engineering interface for external customers and suppliers, fostering strong technical collaboration and communication
• Provide expert technical support and innovative solutions to resolve engineering challenges related to mechanical products
• Contribute technical guidance and engineering input to support supplier queries, build and test activities, defect resolution, and change management processes
• Define, develop and manage requirements and acceptance criteria for mechanical products integrated within complex platforms, systems or programmes
• Interpret and apply contractual and performance requirements throughout the product lifecycle, including design, manufacture, integration, installation and commissioning phases
• Ensure all work is compliant with contractual obligations and conducted in accordance with company policies, safety standards, environmental regulations and established procedures
• Review, assess and manage relevant supplier documentation, ensuring accurate capture, traceability and appropriate storage within the project framework

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering mechanical systems across the full engineering development lifecycle
• Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and drive performance enhancements
• Strong technical knowledge and hands‑on experience specifying a range of mechanical equipment and components such as heat exchangers, pumps, diesel generators, hydraulic systems and compressors
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (BEng/MEng or equivalent) in a relevant STEM discipline
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards chartered status with a recognised professional engineering institution
• Only UK nationals (no dual nationalities)

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join a dynamic Components Team supporting the Royal Navy. This role offers significant professional development opportunities within advanced defence projects.

If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as the position will be filled quickly. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview.