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Your future team: Are you a skilled Mechanical Engineer with a passion for leading teams and delivering cutting-edge solutions in a highly regulated industry? We are looking for an experienced professional to take ownership of mechanical and structural design, provide technical leadership, and drive projects to successful completion. If you thrive in a dynamic, problem-solving environment, this role is for you!

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead and mentor engineering teams, ensuring high-quality technical solutions that meet customer requirements
  • Oversee the mechanical design process, including bespoke mechanical handling systems, lifting equipment and accessories, from concept through to manufacture
  • Manage the development, review, and checking of technical documentation, including verification of design reports, detailed design drawings, technical files, calculations, and compliance documentation
  • Provide technical guidance and risk assessment, identifying and mitigating challenges before they impact project timelines
  • Collaborate with project managers, other lead engineers, and stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution
  • Work with Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, and FEA tools
  • Engage with the supply chain, liaising with vendors to specify and develop mechanical components
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations, such as Machinery Safety Regulations and LOLER

Requirements:

  • BEng (2:1 or higher) in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
  • Proven experience in mechanical engineering within a highly regulated sector
  • Strong Knowledge of design for fabrication, welding and manufacturing tolerancing
  • Specification of heavy industry design experience such as offshore, oil and gas, construction equipment, or similar
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical and structural engineering principles, including mechanical handling, design for manufacture and machinery design
  • Ability to lead teams and delegate tasks effectively, fostering a collaborative work environment
  • Chartered Engineer
  • Experience with MathCAD FEA software (ANSYS, STAAD)
  • Experience with piping design software (Fluid Master / Fluid Flow, CAESAR)
  • Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and requirements-led design is a plus
  • Experience with NEC 4 contracts and risk identification is desirable
  • Experience with BS EN 13001, BS EN 13155 or similar crane related standards is desirable
  • Experience with hydraulics and control systems is desirable
  • Sole UK nationals only
  • Must be eligible to gain SC clearance (can start on BPSS)

Nice to have:

  • Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and requirements-led design
  • Experience with NEC 4 contracts and risk identification
  • Experience with BS EN 13001, BS EN 13155 or similar crane related standards
  • Experience with hydraulics and control systems
What we offer:
  • 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
  • 8% company pension contributions
  • Healthcare cash-plan to get money back on dental, medical, physical care
  • Professional and industry membership fees paid for

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Job Posted:
May 04, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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