Mechanical Design Engineer in Maidstone

Role: Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Outskirts of Maistone Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00 Salary: £50,000–£65,000, depending on experience Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent KHR is working with a growing engineering consultancy to recruit an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a multidisciplinary engineering team working on technically challenging projects across a wide range of industrial, manufacturing and process sectors. The role will involve supporting projects from initial concept and feasibility through to detailed design, installation and commissioning. You will work across mechanical design, plant layouts, piping systems and engineering analysis, developing practical, safe and efficient solutions for a varied client base. The role does include occasional travel to clients spaced out across the year, so a full UK driving licence is required. Key Responsibilities - Mechanical Design Engineer - Develop mechanical designs from initial concepts through to detailed design, fabrication and installation. - Produce 2D and 3D engineering drawings, including general arrangements, fabrication drawings, piping isometrics and manufacturing details. - Design plant layouts, equipment arrangements, process pipework, skids, platforms and access systems. - Carry out engineering calculations, design assessments, equipment selection and design verification. - Undertake mechanical stress, structural, FEA and piping stress analysis. - Conduct site surveys and technical inspections, including 3D laser scanning and point-cloud data. - Coordinate designs with other engineering disciplines, participate in model reviews and identify potential clashes. - Prepare technical reports, specifications, calculations and supporting documentati...