At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver innovative mechanical systems for exciting engineering projects.
- Company: Growing engineering business focused on utilities and infrastructure.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, ongoing training, and a supportive environment.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for long-term career growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on technically challenging projects that make a real difference.
- Qualifications: HNC, HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 4 years' design experience.
The predicted salary is between 42500 - 45000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing engineering business delivering complex projects across the utilities and infrastructure sectors. This role offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects from initial concept through to commissioning, collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop innovative and practical design solutions.
The Role
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and delivery of mechanical systems and equipment, ensuring projects are completed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and technical excellence. Working closely with process, electrical, and controls engineers, you will produce detailed design packages, technical documentation, and fabrication drawings while supporting projects throughout their lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce mechanical designs in line with project specifications and client requirements.
- Develop Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and associated design documentation.
- Create and coordinate 3D models and engineering layouts.
- Produce general arrangement drawings, sections, elevations, and fabrication drawings.
- Complete equipment sizing calculations and technical schedules.
- Prepare technical specifications and design submissions.
- Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain technical information and quotations.
- Attend project meetings and provide technical support throughout project delivery.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, and health & safety standards.
- Support projects from design through to installation and commissioning.
The Person
- HNC, HND or Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 4 years' experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer position.
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
- Strong 3D CAD skills using software such as Revit, Inventor, SolidWorks or similar.
- Experience producing fabrication and manufacturing drawings.
- Strong technical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and project coordination abilities.
- A proactive and innovative approach to engineering design.
- Experience using Plant 3D, Navisworks or similar design software.
- Knowledge of BIM processes and standards.
- Experience within utilities, water treatment, process engineering, M&E contracting, or related industries.
What's on Offer?
- Salary of £42,500 - £45,000
- Opportunity to work on a diverse range of engineering projects
- Long-term career development and progression opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive engineering environment
- Ongoing training and professional development
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Mechanical Design Engineer seeking to develop their career within a technically challenging and growing engineering organisation.
Mechanical Design Engineer in Cookstown employer: VanRath Search & Selection
Join a dynamic engineering business in Cookstown, Northern Ireland, where you will have the chance to work on complex projects that make a real impact in the utilities and infrastructure sectors. With a strong focus on collaboration and innovation, we offer a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth through ongoing training and career progression opportunities, making it an ideal environment for ambitious Mechanical Design Engineers looking to advance their careers.
Contact Details:
VanRath Search & Selection Recruitment Team
