Senior Mechanical Engineer

Isaac Gracie; Whitburn; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Isaac Gracie in Whitburn, West Lothian, is seeking a Senior Engineer / Engineer to join a global engineering business working on specialist mechanical equipment and technical projects.

The role combines mechanical design, engineering analysis and collaboration with customers to deliver practical engineering solutions, requiring a mechanical engineering degree and hands-on experience with 3D modelling and FEA; hybrid onsite work in Whitburn.

Qualifications

• You will have a degree in mechanical engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• You should have practical experience of: 3D modelling software, Finite element analysis (FEA), Engineering calculations and design verification.

Responsibilities

• Produce and review engineering calculations, drawings, 3D models and technical reports.
• Use finite element analysis (FEA) to assess designs and support engineering decisions.
• Resolve design and engineering challenges throughout projects.
• Work with customers to understand requirements and discuss technical solutions.
• Coordinate with colleagues across the business to meet project deadlines.
• Prepare technical procedures, proposals and supporting documentation.
• Contribute to project meetings and provide clear progress updates.
• Identify engineering risks and work within relevant quality and safety procedures.

Skills

Engineering calculations

Design verification

Customer collaboration

Project coordination

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

3D modelling software

FEA

Job description

Senior Engineer / Engineer required to join a global engineering business in Whitburn, working on specialist mechanical equipment and technical projects.

This opportunity would suit an experienced engineer or a Mechanical Design Engineer ready to step into a senior role. You will bring a strong technical foundation, enjoy solving engineering problems and be keen to take greater responsibility for designs and project delivery.

The role combines mechanical design, engineering analysis and working with customers and colleagues to deliver practical engineering solutions.

The role

• Produce and review engineering calculations, drawings, 3D models and technical reports.
• Use finite element analysis (FEA) to assess designs and support engineering decisions.
• Resolve design and engineering challenges throughout projects.
• Work with customers to understand requirements and discuss technical solutions.
• Coordinate with colleagues across the business to meet project deadlines.
• Prepare technical procedures, proposals and supporting documentation.
• Contribute to project meetings and provide clear progress updates.
• Identify engineering risks and work within relevant quality and safety procedures.

What they are looking for

You will have a degree in mechanical engineering or an equivalent qualification, alongside relevant experience in mechanical engineering or design.

You should have practical experience of:

• 3D modelling software.
• Finite element analysis (FEA).
• Engineering calculations and design verification.

Experience with specialist mechanical equipment would be useful, although direct product experience is not essential. Engineers with transferable skills who are ready to develop and take on more technical responsibility are encouraged to apply.

You will also need good communication skills, the ability to manage your workload and a collaborative approach to working with customers and colleagues.

The position is hybrid and onsite in Whitburn, West Lothian