Mechanical Engineer (9 Month Contract)

Rotork plc; Porcari; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotork plc is looking for a motivated Junior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Engineering team in Porcari, Italy. In this role, you will focus on 3D design and technical documentation for our pneumatic and hydraulic actuator products.

You will work alongside experienced engineers and contribute to real projects, developing your skills in a collaborative environment. The position requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar, along with 2+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• 2+ years of experience in mechanical design or product engineering.
• Strong experience with CAD tools, e.g., Solid Edge.

Responsibilities

• Create and update 2D drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Assess the feasibility of technical specifications and designs.
• Work closely with Sales, Production, and Quality teams.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

CAD tools proficiency

Technical drawing production

Communication skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solid Edge

Job description

Rotork is a global leader in mission‑critical flow control and instrumentation solutions, serving customers who manage the movement of liquids, gases and powders. Its technologies help organizations improve efficiency, enhance safety, reduce emissions and lower environmental impact. With a strong focus on innovation, Rotork delivers high‑quality, dependable products trusted worldwide.

The company operates across three key end‑market divisions, Oil & Gas, Water & Power, and Chemical, Process & Industrial, allowing it to build close strategic relationships and respond directly to customer needs. With 3,500 employees in 170 countries, Rotork integrates deep customer collaboration with a strong research and development approach to create cutting‑edge automation solutions.

Job Description

Are you a motivated junior engineer with a passion for mechanical design? We are looking for a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Engineering team in Porcari. In this role, your main focus will be on 3D design and technical documentation, supporting the improvement and development of our pneumatic and hydraulic actuator product range.

You will work closely with experienced engineers and cross‑functional teams, developing your technical skills while contributing to real projects in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and update 2D drawings and 3D CAD models for customer‑specific products
• Assess the feasibility of technical specifications and designs
• Work closely with Sales, Production, and Quality teams to deliver accurate solutions
• Support and improve product configurations and technical documentation
• Contribute to design improvements and problem‑solving
• Ensure designs meet quality, safety, and manufacturing requirements
• Help identify opportunities for product standardisation and efficiency improvements

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
• 2+ years of experience in mechanical design or product engineering
• Strong experience with CAD tools (e.g. Solid Edge or similar)
• Confident in producing technical drawings and working with specifications
• Able to work independently and take ownership of tasks quickly
• Practical, solution‑oriented mindset
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration

Nice to Have

• Experience with actuation systems, valves, or similar mechanical products
• Exposure to international or cross‑functional engineering teams
• Familiarity with product configuration or standardisation processes