Mechanical Engineer / Lead Engineer - Design @ Netherlands

Quality-Focused Mechanical Engineer – Specialist Vehicle Projects Location: Ideally Sheffield-based, but open UK-wide Job Type: Permanent, Full-time Are you a mechanically minded engineer with hands-on experience in LGV/HGV fleets or road tankers? Do you enjoy problem-solving, technical support, and improving engineering standards across specialist transport vehicles? Have you developed your career from the workshop floor to project or technical oversight roles? Would you value the chance to shadow a retiring expert and take ownership of a long-term engineering function? A strong background in mechanical engineering — ideally with experience working on LGV/HGV vehicles or cryogenic transport The ability to understand engineering standards, technical documentation, and maintenance procedures Confidence working with suppliers , workshops, and cross-functional internal teams An interest in overseeing vehicle design and engineering projects from concept to delivery This is a hands-on, technically focused engineering role within the liquid transport division of a major UK operator. You\’ll be responsible for ensuring the technical integrity of specialist vehicles — including cryogenic tankers that are remounted on new chassis every decade. Managing new builds, refurbishments, and remount projects Developing and maintaining engineering specifications Spending ~60% of your time with external suppliers (some international), and ~40% supporting internal workshops nationwide Becoming the technical authority for engineering issues across a diverse fleet, working closely with safety, procurement, and QA teams You\’ll step into a succession role with 6 months to learn directly from the current specialist before retirement You\’ll shape the future of one of the most specialised vehicle fleets in the UK You\’ll work on meaningful, complex projects with long-term engineering value Competitive salary (£60–70K) and benefits package Apply now or contact DCS Engineering for a confidential discussion.