Mechanical Engineer in Sheldon, West Midlands

Energy Jobline CVL; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering manufacturer in Birmingham is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to enhance product reliability and drive improvements. This role offers a salary of around £45,000+, flexible working hours, and significant career development opportunities. Key responsibilities include leading reliability reviews and managing FMEA processes, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals in the mechanical field.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Flexible working hours

Career progression opportunities

On-site parking

Employee recognition initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Product Engineer or Reliability Engineer.
• Proven background in reliability methodologies.
• Confidence in customer interactions and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead reliability reviews across product design and manufacturing.
• Drive root cause investigations for performance issues.
• Manage FMEA processes to embed lessons learned.
• Coordinate actions with cross-functional teams.
• Develop and report on reliability metrics.
• Engage with customers through technical meetings.

Skills

Reliability Engineering

8D Methodology

FMEA Processes

Mechanical Engineering Education

Continuous Improvement

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

An expanding engineering manufacturer, known for producing precision‑engineered solutions for high‑performance applications, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to strengthen its growing team. With ongoing investment in technology, people, and manufacturing capability, the company has built a reputation for innovation, quality, and customer commitment. This is an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to drive reliability initiatives, resolve product issues, and influence long‑term design and manufacturing improvements. Based in the Birmingham area, the role offers a salary around £45,000+, 33 days annual leave, flexible working hours, and excellent development potential.

Responsibilities

• Leading reliability reviews across product design, manufacturing, and customer applications.
• Driving root cause investigations and 8D reporting for reliability and field performance issues.
• Managing FMEA processes to identify risks and embed lessons learned.
• Coordinating cross‑functional actions with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams.
• Developing and tracking reliability metrics, reporting on risks, actions, and closure status.
• Engaging with customers through reports, presentations, and on‑site technical meetings.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a similar role (Product Engineer, Reliability Engineer etc).
• Proven background in 8D methodology, FMEA and continuous improvement.
• Confidence working with customers and cross‑functional teams.
• Mechanical engineering education (HNC/HNC) or relevant training.

Benefits

• Salary circa £45,000+.
• Flexible working hours and 33 days annual leave.
• Supportive and technically focused leadership team.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 33 days holiday, on‑site parking, and employee recognition initiatives.
• Opportunity to lead reliability strategy and make a direct impact on product performance and customer satisfaction.

Keywords: Mechanical Engineering, Reliability, FMEA, 8D, RCA, Quality, Root Cause, Continuous Improvement, Product Reliability, Field Performance, Weibull, Engineering, Manufacturing, Zero Defects.

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