Mechanical Design Engineer ofertas em Grã-Bretanha

A new opportunity has become available for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a leading engineering firm in Gateshead, specialising in complex, high-integrity mechanical systems across defence, rail, and transport sectors.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, based in Gateshead, you'll be responsible for designing and developing mechanical components and assemblies, ensuring designs are optimised for functionality, manufacturability, and safety.You'll also support product lifecycle activities including obsolescence management and BOM maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain 2D/3D CAD models using Autodesk Inventor
• Produce detailed technical drawings, BOMs, and specifications in line with industry standards
• Conduct tolerance analysis, DFMEA, and design optimisation for manufacturability and assembly
• Support prototype builds, testing and validation activities
• Engage with project, quality, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, cost-effective designs
• Participate in design reviews, brainstorming, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide engineering input to business development activities, including risk/opportunity analysis

Key Skills & Experience:

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent demonstrable experience)
• Extensive experience in mechanical product design, preferably in a technical industry
• Strong experience with Autodesk Inventor (or similar CAD tools) for concept and production designs
• Knowledge of engineering drawing standards and manufacturing processes
• Experience in DFMEA, technical documentation, and design review processes
• Comfortable working with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple design tasks in parallel and support legacy systems

Why Join my client? You will

• Contribute to innovative engineering projects with real-world impact
• Work in a values-driven organisation focused on Safety, Integrity, Innovation, and Talent
• Be part of a supportive, cross-functional team environment with ongoing professional development
• Receive a Competitive salary, strong benefits, and career growth opportunities

To find out more about the role of Mechanical Design Engineer based in Gateshead, please contact Rachael Dent on 01582 878847 or email your CV to rdent@redlinegroup.Com.