76 senior mechanical design engineer jobs found

Job Description An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with in-pond mechanical handling experience to design rigs, tooling, and storage equipment, and to support design substantiation and regulatory marking requirements within a major project design team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established team working on a high-profile project within a highly regulated sector. The role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment delivering a project of national importance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Engineering Manager, multidisciplinary project teams, and the client on a fast-paced project. Key Responsibilities Provide Lessons From Experience (LFE) and apply knowledge of operational plant constraints throughout the project delivery process. Produce non-functional requirements (NFR), feasibility studies, and Design Intent Reports (DIRs) to justify and support...

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to get involved in expanding our clients team in Ireland and help further strengthen our technical capabilities in Europe whilst working on landmark projects. You will be joining the Mechanical team, with role will predominantly be focused on overseeing the delivery of multiple sectors including Data Centres, Commercial Office, Hotel & Residential, Retail and Laboratory projects With flexible working arrangements, great opportunities for personal growth and development and a collaborative and inclusive work environment, join us and help us in making spaces work. Design and review of mechanical system designs for a range of projects Act as a sounding board for mechanical engineers in the office, offering design direction and guidance Peer review of designs and specifications of mechanical systems Play an active role in developing the mechanical team technical capability Be expected to lead...

Location: South East (Epsom / London / Peterborough / Cambridge) Contract Type: Temporary Hours: 40 per week, 5 days per week Start Date: ASAP End Date: To be confirmed (dependent on contract) Company Overview A leading global engineering, infrastructure and project management organisation delivering technically complex and nationally significant programmes across the built environment, water, transportation, energy and defence sectors. The business provides integrated services from consultancy, engineering and design through to project delivery and asset lifecycle management. Teams operate in multidisciplinary environments to deliver innovative, high-quality, and compliant engineering solutions. Role Overview We are seeking a Senior Clean Water Process Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team on water treatment and process engineering projects. The role offers responsibility for technical outputs, process optimisation, compliance with regulatory standards, and mentorship of...

About the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled Suspension Engineer to join one of our prestigious automotive customers in Gaydon. This is a contract opportunity for a senior-level professional with a strong background in suspension systems and cross-functional engineering collaboration. Key Responsibilities: Apply advanced engineering theories and principles to design, develop, and refine suspension systems. Lead research and development efforts focused on suspension devices, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Collaborate closely with powertrain engineering teams to develop industrialized products. Manage complex projects and engineering processes with minimal supervision. Provide coaching and technical guidance to junior engineers. Solve challenging and sometimes complex engineering problems with innovative solutions.Ideal Candidate Profile: Proven experience in suspension engineering within the automotive sector. Strong understanding of mechanical systems,...

Job Description An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior CE&I Design Engineer with site experience supporting mechanical handling operations, upgrading existing electrical power systems, and delivering control, electrical, and instrumentation (CE&I) security-related improvements to join a major project design team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established team working on a high-profile infrastructure project within the nuclear sector. The role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment delivering a project of national importance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Engineering Manager, multidisciplinary project teams, and the client on a fast-paced project. Key Responsibilities Provide Lessons From Experience (LFE) and apply knowledge of operational plant constraints throughout project delivery. Review and approve Technical Queries and technical documentation to enable site works to...

Order Ref: (phone number removed) Position Title: Battery Engineer Duration: Contract Location: Coventry *Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility, to work full time, and travel within, the UK* About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of an automotive OEM, based in Coventry, who are looking for a Battery Engineer to join their team. Duties: Accountable for system design and validation of battery packs including modules, upper and lower shells, high and low voltage harness, battery disconnect unit (BDU) and heating/cooling schemes (including the design of water-cooled pipeline structure) to meet the requirements of environmental adaptability of the vehicle. Evaluates battery structure design and daily battery tests such as such as charging and discharging capacity, battery cycle life, and battery failure analysis. Designs and optimizes battery pack thermal management scheme, completes thermal simulation and thermal testing...

Booth Welsh have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Instrument Engineer to join our team! You will assist in projects in the following industries, Petrochemical, Oil and Gas, Pharmaceuticals, Chemical and Nuclear. Booth Welsh is an engineering technology company delivering smart, sustainable solutions across various industries. We combine multi-discipline engineering with automation and digital technologies to help our clients achieve operational excellence As a key member of our engineering team, we are looking for a talented individual with a wide range of professional skills. The role requires the individual to be working on and controlling multiple projects with a keen eye to ensure deadlines are achieved. This role will be Hybrid based with 2/3 days in office, work from home and the occasional site visit to work around various projects *** Please note that we can only accept applications from UK based candidates *** Key responsibilities: The role will include both...

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineer to get involved in expanding our team in Ireland and help further strengthen our technical capabilities in Europe whilst working on landmark projects. You will be joining the Electrical team, with role will predominantly be focused on overseeing the delivery of multiple sectors including Data Centres, Commercial Office, Hotel & Residential, Retail and Laboratory projects With flexible working arrangements, great opportunities for personal growth and development and a collaborative and inclusive work environment, join us and help us in making spaces work. Design and review of Electrical system designs for a range of projects Act as a sounding board for Electrical engineers in the office, offering design direction and guidance Peer review of designs and specifications of electrical systems Play an active role in developing the electrical team technical capability Be expected to lead projects and represent the...

Product Design Engineer Product Specialist - Mechanical CAD (Contract) Darlington (Hybrid: 3 days Onsite / 2 days Remote) Initial 6 Months (Expected to extend long-term through Aug 2026 and beyond) Join a leading industrial organization at their Darlington site as a Product Design Engineer. This is a senior-level, product-focused contract role where you will apply specialised knowledge of engineering principles and design practices to lead complex mechanical design and development assignments. You will be responsible for creating optimized design concepts and mechanical design specifications for products, parts, components, and systems, ensuring they meet rigorous standards for performance, reliability, durability, and serviceability. Key Responsibilities: Lead design and development for complex engineering assignments. Apply specialized knowledge to create optimized design concepts and specifications. Lead cross-functional design integration and decision-making (Critical...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit 3x Mechanical Systems Engineers / Architects on an initial 12 month contract.  The role will be hybrid of being split between working from home and onsite.    This role would suit a candidate who comes from a strong background of working as a Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Systems Engineer, Mechanical Architect or has experience of Mechanical Systems Architecture.  A defence / aerospace background is ideal but not essential. DOORS experience would be great.    A background or knowledge of Systems Engineering and Supplier Management would be beneficial. Contract Duration: 12 Months initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter. Hourly Rate: £65.00ph   Mechanical Systems Engineer / Architect Job Description:   We have an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Architect to join the team. This exciting role is to gather and manage the missile mechanical architecture requirements to...

Commissioning Engineer Join Trant Engineering Ltd – Delivering Engineering Excellence With over 750 employees and a projected turnover of £180m this year, Trant Engineering Ltd is a leading EPC engineering and construction specialist delivering complex turnkey projects across the UK and overseas. We operate across Process & Water, Energy, Defence, Oil & Gas and Nuclear sectors, offering full in-house design, manufacturing, installation and commissioning capabilities. Due to continued growth in our Water division, we are looking for a hands-on Commissioning Engineer to join our team. The Role You’ll play a key role in delivering commissioning activities across UK water sector projects, ensuring mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation (MEICA) systems are safely tested, commissioned and handed over in line with design intent and regulatory standards. This is a site-based role requiring flexibility to work across multiple projects. Key...

Contract Data Engineer – AWS Ncounter is supporting a specialist consultancy delivering secure, cloud-native data platforms across Defence and public sector programmes. We are seeking an experienced SC Cleared Contract Data Engineer to join a delivery team building scalable, production-grade data services within highly secure environments. This is a hands-on engineering role with a strong emphasis on AWS data tooling. You will be responsible for designing, developing and optimising resilient data pipelines that support operational and analytical use cases across complex programmes. The focus is on clean engineering, performance, security and long-term maintainability. Key experience required: • Active SC Clearance • Deep expertise across AWS data services such as Glue, Lambda, S3, Redshift, EMR, Athena and Step Functions • Strong Python and SQL development capability • Proven experience designing and building ETL or ELT pipelines in cloud environments • Experience working with...

Senior Storage Engineer (Pure Storage Specialist) Location: UK (Hybrid / On‑site as required) Type: Contract About the Opportunity We are looking for a highly experienced Senior Storage Engineer with deep hands‑on expertise in Pure Storage, alongside strong SAN, NAS, and backup technology knowledge. This role involves delivering complex storage migrations, refresh programmes, and integration work within a live, business‑critical production environment that requires exceptional attention to detail and adherence to strict change management. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in structured, risk‑sensitive environments and enjoys being the technical lead for major infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and support enterprise storage solutions with a focus on Pure Storage FlashArray. Lead end‑to‑end storage migrations, upgrades, data movement, cutovers, and post‑migration validation. Configure and manage Fibre Channel SAN...

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Senior Stress Engineer. Candidates can be based in Derby and will be engaged on a contract basis. Job Description Your Missions: Technical Delivery You will lead project teams and technical work in client facing roles, delivering high-quality stress analysis and structural integrity assessments: Act as a technical lead for stress and structural integrity, providing expert advice, troubleshooting, and technical oversight. Serve as an Independent Technical Approver to ensure the highest engineering standards. Use Finite Element Analysis and traditional hand calculations to justify strength, fatigue, defect tolerance, and structural performance to international codes and standards (including pressure vessel and defect-tolerance codes). Collaborate closely with safety case authors, design engineers, and multidisciplinary delivery teams. Mentor junior engineers, offering technical guidance and helping shape our next generation of...

Our client, a key player in the nuclear sector, is actively seeking an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. This exciting opportunity will have you fully site-based and focusing on construction-side activities, ensuring the smooth and compliant execution of electrical installation works. Key Responsibilities: Overseeing electrical installation works Managing subcontractors and technicians Reviewing and approving electrical documentation Supporting commissioning teams Ensuring compliance with nuclear site standards Managing electrical work packs Coordinating with mechanical, civils, QA, and PMO teams Ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence Job Requirements: Experience in the electrical discipline (not mechanical) Experience working as a project engineer on the construction side (not design office) 100% site-based role Capable of working under CIS or Umbrella Security Clearance (SC) minimum, must be DV-capable NVQ Level 4 and a...

Our client, is a major UK-based food production and manufacturing company and one of the leading businesses in the sector. Recognised as a Top 10 company to work. This opportunity sits at the heart of their digital transformation journey. The Role We are seeking an experienced Azure DevOps Engineer to design and deliver end-to-end technology solutions that drive real business value. This is a field-based role across the UK, offering the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the organisation’s future technology landscape. You will act as a technical leader, governing solution design, defining architecture strategy, and ensuring secure, scalable, and cost-effective implementations aligned with business goals. Key Responsibilities: Cloud & Architecture * Design secure, scalable, and cost-efficient cloud architectures using Microsoft Azure * Define and govern architectural standards and best practices DevOps & Engineering Excellence * Implement DevOps...

At TÜV SÜD we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD. Role Purpose This role focuses on modern, automation-first quality engineering, leveraging AI-assisted testing, autonomous test generation, and intelligent validation to accelerate delivery across multiple products and teams. The engineer will design, build, and evolve automation frameworks while introducing AI-driven capabilities (“vibe coding”, generative testing, self-healing tests, etc.) to improve software quality and team productivity. Please note this role is based out of our East Kilbride site (Glasgow) Key Responsibilities * Lead and evolve the end-to-end test...

My client is a leading Main-contractor in the Steel frame and Groundworks sector. We are currently recruiting a Site Engineer to complete a 12 month contract. You will be required to manage the engineering, including the setting out of the ground works/steel frame package on an industrial unit. Site Engineer Responsibilities: • Reporting and working with the Project Manager and foreman. • Site set up and compliance with health and safety • Completing all setting out associated to the ground works and steel Frame aspects. • Raising technical queries on design issues. Site Engineer Requirements: • CSCS card. • SMSTS or SSSTS – Desirable, not essential. • Previous experience setting out ground works and drainage. • Degree in Civil Engineering or Time Served. The Next Steps: To apply for the role as a Site Engineer, click on the apply now button below and submit your CV for further information

Traffic Engineer To assist in the delivery of transport capital projects and traffic management initiatives from initial concept through design, consultation, and implementation on site. This includes applying technical expertise, established procedures, and administrative processes while working under the guidance of a senior traffic engineering professional. The main duties of the Traffic Engineer is: To contribute to the delivery of engineering projects under the guidance of a senior traffic specialist, including the completion of studies, investigations, assessments, and the development of practical engineering recommendations. To maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, guidance, and professional practices applicable to the service area. To manage and prioritise incoming requests by assessing their purpose and urgency, taking appropriate action in line with agreed procedures. To prepare briefing papers and technical documentation as required and...

We're currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Site Engineer to start working on an RC Frame project based in Central London. Must have experience in running the front end of projects, good communication skills with a strong background in RC Frame is essential. Responsibilities include: * Overseeing all engineering aspects on the site * Overseeing building work * Undertaking surveys * Checking technical designs and drawings to ensure that they are followed correctly * Ensuring project packages meet agreed specifications, budgets and/or timescales * Liaising with clients, subcontractors and other professional staff, especially quantity surveyors and the overall project manager * Providing technical advice and solving problems on site * Preparing site reports and filling in other paperwork * Liaising with quantity surveyors about the ordering and the pricing of materials * Ensuring that health and safety and sustainability policies and...