Mechanical Design Engineer
2 days ago
Newcastle upon Tyne
Mechanical Design Engineer £45-60k + Private Medical, Annual Bonus, Flexible Working Free Lunch Hybrid post-probation Tyne & Wear Ref: 25308 A specialist engineering and design consultancy is looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its growing team. With a rapidly expanding order book and a strong reputation in bespoke marine and subsea equipment, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business delivering technically challenging, real-world engineering solutions. You’ll be joining a close-knit team of 8 engineers, working on highly bespoke projects supporting in-field operations in demanding subsea environments. Mechanical Design Engineer - The Role: As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the full lifecycle of bespoke equipment design, from concept through to manufacture and client support. Key responsibilities include: Concept and detailed design of bespoke marine and subsea equipment Performing engineering calculations, including stress analysis (Mathcad or similar) Supporting manufacture and assembly processes Producing and maintaining technical documentation (specifications, risk assessments, manuals, etc.) Providing technical support to clients (remote and occasional site-based) Peer reviewing engineering designs Working closely within a collaborative engineering team This is a varied role offering real ownership and exposure to challenging engineering problems. Mechanical Design Engineer - The Person: The successful candidate will ideally have: Minimum 4 years’ experience of mechanical design Experience with calculations and stress analysis Background in subsea or marine design preferred Experience with Autodesk Inventor (advantageous, not essential) Engineering degree (or equivalent experience) Strong problem-solving ability and a proactive mindset Team-oriented approach with good communication skills Adaptability and willingness to take on varied engineering challenges What’s on Offer: Competitive salary based on experience Annual bonus linked to company performance Private medical care 25 days holiday + additional long service leave Pension scheme Flexible / hybrid working options Ongoing training and development support Supportive, collaborative team culture This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer who enjoys hands-on, varied work and wants to be part of a growing business where engineering quality and teamwork are at the core. Located in Tyne & Wear, this role would be commutable from Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, Durham, Gateshead, Jarrow, Hebburn, Washington, Chester-le-Street, Blyth, Cramlington, Seaham North Shields, South Shields, Morpeth, Peterlee and surrounding areas. For further information call Sarah Clarke AE1