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Jul 19, 2026  
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer East Midlands - commutable from Derby, Leicester and Nottingham to c£47k neg dep exp + benefits Our client can demonstrate almost half a century's expertise in the design, development and manufacture of bespoke automation and robotic systems for a diverse range of industry sectors and are regarded by many in the industry as one of the leading automation system solution providers in the whole of the UK. As a result of continued success and a planned programme of strategic growth, they are now seeking to recruit an experienced Lead / Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to complement their established and successful team and deliver innovative special purpose automation machinery projects. Based near Leicester and tasked with both designing and overseeing an array of special purpose machine projects from order acceptance to customer hand over, the successful Senior Mechanical Design Engineer candidate will be responsible for the design, detailing...
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CV-Library Leicester, Leicestershire Contractor
CL
Jul 18, 2026  
Mechanical Design Engineer
Contract Mechanical Design Engineer £35–£40/hr Outside IR35 Fully Remote Immediate Start 1–3 Months We're looking for a Contract Mechanical Design Engineer to support the redesign of industrial hydraulic equipment on a fully remote basis. You'll ideally have experience with: Hydraulic Power Units (HPUs) Hydraulic Test Rigs Pump/Process Skids Industrial Hydraulic SystemsThe role will focus on mechanical layouts, GA drawings, and frame/skid design around hydraulic systems. Details: £35–£40/hr (DOE) Outside IR35 Fully remote Immediate start Initial 1–3 month contractIf you're available and have relevant hydraulic design experience, please apply with your CV and current availability. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
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CV-Library Leicestershire, East Midlands Contractor
CL
Jul 18, 2026  
Mechanical Design Engineer
Mechanical Design Engineer (Contract) We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support ongoing engineering projects onsite at a client manufacturing facility in the North West. This is a hands-on contract role requiring strong CREO expertise and prior experience within the automotive or commercial vehicle sector. The role is primarily onsite and offers flexibility to support different teams and projects across the engineering function as business needs evolve. Responsibilities Deliver mechanical design solutions using CREO (PTC Creo) Support the development of components and systems within automotive and commercial vehicle programmes Work across multiple engineering areas depending on project requirements Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, validation, and quality Ensure designs meet industry standards, performance requirements, and manufacturability guidelines Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement activities...
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CV-Library Lancashire, UK Contractor
CL
Jul 17, 2026  
Mechanical Design Engineer
Contract - Mechanical Design Engineer (Outside IR35) 📍 West Yorkshire region (Leeds / Bradford) 💰 Gross Rate - £40.00 - £45.00p/h DOE 🕗 Monday to Friday / Some flexible working 📅 3-6 months (potential for extension) We are representing a key client, who are a market-leading engineering company that specialises in supplying bespoke process, automation and special purpose machinery to high-end technology industries. Due to new project wins, you'll take ownership of the design from initial concept through to completion, working on bespoke cutting-edge equipment that pushes the boundaries of engineering design. Daily responsibilities: * Leading the full lifecycle of mechanical design projects, from concept through detail design and into manufacture. * Producing high-quality 3D CAD models and detailed drawings using Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks. * Applying Geometric Tolerancing (GT&D) and carrying out design calculations where needed. * Liaising with clients,...
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CV-Library Leeds, West Yorkshire Contractor
CL
Jul 16, 2026  
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Building Services / MEP Location – South Bucks – Hybrid Working – Duration 3 months + Rate £40 - £45 per hour, Outside IR35 Mechanical Design Engineer / Senior Mechanical Design Engineer / MEP This role is to join an established firm of Building Services Consulting Engineers covering a varied range of projects including high end commercial, sport and leisure, education, healthcare and science, and high rise residential. Key Responsibilities: * Undertake design calculations * Delivering detailed mechanical designs on a wide variety of projects * Specifying maintenance and operating procedures * Using Revit and amending 3D models * Attending meetings as required Experience & Skills Required * You will be a mechanical design engineer with at least 4 to 5 years’ experience in building services. * Ideally you will have a degree in a relevant subject or accredited building services degree. * Experience of Revit and the ability to...
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CV-Library HP22, Wendover, Buckinghamshire Contractor
CL
Jul 16, 2026  
Mechanical Design Engineer
We are currently supporting a leading engineering business within the water treatment sector in their search for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team.  This is a long term contract, outside ir35 with remote working considered (must be based in the UK).  The Role You will act as the sole Mechanical Engineer across several concurrent projects, taking ownership of mechanical design input, specification, and procurement activities. Key responsibilities include: Specifying and procuring pumps, blowers, and steelwork fabrications Supporting delivery of multiple medium-scale water treatment projects Working closely with suppliers and fabrication partners across the UK Attending factory acceptance tests (FATs) at various UK sites Ensuring engineering solutions are delivered to quality, cost, and schedule requirements About You We are looking for a self-sufficient and fast-learning engineer who is comfortable taking ownership of their work. Ideally you will have:...
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CV-Library London, UK Contractor
CL
Jul 16, 2026  
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Mechanical Design Engineer Position: Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Castle Donington - Hybrid/Flexible Contract: 6 Months, Outside IR35 Type: Full-Time The Role This is a contract outside IR35 role working on a project involving designing a range of turbomachinery and gas turbine related components. Key Responsibilities: Create detailed 3D models and assemblies using Siemens NX. Generate engineering drawings. Perform engineering design calculations eg Perform tolerance stack-up analysis. Preparation of engineering design reports. Engage with suppliers and lead design for manufacturing activities. Ensure designs meet industry standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements. Required qualifications and experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Experience designing turbo-machinery or gas turbines. Experience using BS8888 and/or ASME Y14.5 Proficiency in NX software is essential. Strong skills in mechanical calculations and GD&T are essential....
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CV-Library Castle Donington, Leicestershire Contractor
CL
Jul 16, 2026  
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Birmingham I am seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for an established automotive engineering company. This is a contract role outside ir35. They are part of a growing successful business operating in the supply of proprietary systems and components to the world's construction equipment, truck, agricultural machinery and industrial applications end-markets. The company has a global manufacturing presence including in the USA, Germany, UK, Sweden, India and China. What You Will Do: As Senior Mechanical Design Engineer; To assist in the design of a range of engine ancillaries including oil, water & fuel pumps Concept and detailed design of e-Pumps for Data centre applications. Ability to work from 1 st principals in concept design work utilising problem solving skills Work alongside engineering team to ensure design is optimised for manufacture To liaise with design team & Chief Engineer to resolve design issues. Create CAD...
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CV-Library Birmingham, UK Contractor
CL
Jul 15, 2026  
Mechanical Design Engineer
Mechanical Design Engineer Contract; Outside IR35 Aldermaston; hybrid working Do you have experience delivering mechanical design solutions in highly regulated environments? Have you worked on complex engineering projects from design through to installation and commissioning? Do you hold SC Clearance? What's in it for you? • Up to £70ph • Outside IR35 • Initial 4-6 month contract • Hybrid working • Extension highly likely What will you be doing? • Delivering mechanical design support on a major engineering programme • Managing design changes and technical documentation • Supporting design reviews, compliance activities and technical queries • Providing engineering support through installation, testing and commissioning Where will you be doing it? You'll be supporting a high-profile programme within a highly regulated environment, working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver complex mechanical systems and associated support equipment. What...
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CV-Library Aldermaston, Reading RG7, UK Contractor
CL
Jul 15, 2026  
Mechanical Design Engineer
Mechanical Design Engineer - Aviation Test Facilities Design and deliver aero‑engine test facilities from concept through to build and commissioning. Own 2D/3D design (Inventor), produce BOMs, drawings, specs, and support manufacture, installation, and site delivery. Work across mechanical systems (fuel, cooling, air, hydraulics) with exposure to structural and electro‑mechanical elements. Operate in an ISO9001 environment, ensuring compliance (BS8888, CE/ATEX where relevant). Interface with suppliers, project managers, and clients-contributing to costing, proposals, and technical scopes. Profile: 8+ years mechanical design experience Strong Inventor + GD&T Experience across full project lifecycle Background in complex systems / industrial environmentsPlease click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information...
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CV-Library Surrey, UK Contractor
CL
Jul 15, 2026  
Mechanical Design Engineer
Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Duration: 2 Month Contract  Start Date: ASAP Location: Fully onsite in Camberley, Surrey Rate: Hourly rate open to discussion Mechanical Design Engineer Overview We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist engineering business operating within the aerospace and industrial engineering sectors for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support a range of complex projects on a contract basis. The role will involve the design and development of bespoke mechanical systems, test facilities, and associated equipment, producing detailed 3D models and engineering documentation while working closely with project delivery teams. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to technically challenging projects from concept through to implementation. The Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve: Creating detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings Developing bespoke mechanical and industrial equipment designs Producing technical...
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CV-Library Camberley, UK Contractor
CL
Jul 09, 2026  
Mechanical Design Engineer
This amazing long term contract Mechanical Design Engineer contract with a leading Formula One organisation in Northamptonshire, is to support a range of high-performance, advanced technology programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to world-class engineering projects in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. The Role As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will support the design and development of mechanical components and systems, contributing across the full product lifecycle — from concept through to validation and release. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, right-first-time engineering solutions across a variety of technically demanding projects. Key Responsibilities Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies across motorsport and advanced automotive programmes Support engineering activities from clean sheet concept through to end-of-life Produce detailed designs for complex, highly loaded components Apply...
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CV-Library NN6, Spratton, West Northamptonshire Contractor
CL
May 01, 2026  
Mechanical Design Engineer - Building Services
The Company On-going success means my client requires a Mechanical Design Engineer (Building Services). Reporting directly to the senior Chartered Engineering manager, you will be joining a team of Building Services and CAD engineers. The Role: A Mechanical Design Engineer with demonstrable knowledge of reviewing drawings, surveying existing installations and designing HVAC systems. Most of the work is Mechanical design engineering to projects providing HVAC mechanical services solutions. You will see the project through from concept to hand-over, working closely with estimating and project management departments. Duties will include: * involvement in the design of HVAC systems to enable both new and existing systems * creating new ventilation ductwork systems, CHW & LTHW systems etc, Head Load, Cooling Load calculations, onsite visits, meetings and communicating with various clients, architects and sub-contractors etc * Coordination with electrical counterparts * take...
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CV-Library Birmingham, West Midlands (County) Contractor
CL
Feb 15, 2026  
Mechanical Design Engineer
We are currently looking for a experienced Mechanical Design Engineers to work for one of our clients in Burton on Trent. The client is a market-leading manufacturer of specialist equipment to a range of industry sectors including heavy engineering and aerospace. Due to the specialist nature of the products theis Mechanical Design Engineers role is both interesting and varied and will include working on the design and creation of large scale fabrications and structures together with associated pipework and equipment. Based in their offices in Burton on Trent, but with a requirement to travel to customers both in the UK and overseas as required, it will include the generation of engineering diagrams, for use on their equipment and will involve working on specific projects from conception to completion. The main duties will include: * 2D and 3D engineering design proposal drawings * General Arrangement drawings * Fabrication details drawings * Pipework layouts and...
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CV-Library DE14, Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire Contractor
CL
Jul 18, 2026  
Principal Mechanical Water Design Engineer
Principal Mechanical Engineer Shape the Future of Our Cities and Environments Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their Design & Advanced Technology (D&AT) team. As part of a talented, multi-disciplinary group, you will be at the forefront of delivering innovative and iconic projects within the Water market. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge engineering projects that have a global impact, contributing to critical UK infrastructure both domestically and internationally. This role offers you the chance to make a significant impact, playing a key role in transformational programmes while delivering industry-leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle. Location: Hybrid working available (3 days per week office/site-based) Type: Contract Rate: £68 per hour Your Role As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, your responsibilities will include: ·Leading a team of Mechanical engineers in delivering technical...
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CV-Library Central London, London WC2N 5DU, UK Contractor
CL
Jul 18, 2026  
Principal Mechanical Water Design Engineer
Principal Mechanical Engineer Shape the Future of Our Cities and Environments Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Principal Mechanical Engineer to join their Design & Advanced Technology (D&AT) team. As part of a talented, multi-disciplinary group, you will be at the forefront of delivering innovative and iconic projects within the Water market. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge engineering projects that have a global impact, contributing to critical UK infrastructure both domestically and internationally. This role offers you the chance to make a significant impact, playing a key role in transformational programmes while delivering industry-leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle. Location: Hybrid working available (3 days per week office/site-based) Type: Contract Rate: £68 per hour Your Role As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, your responsibilities will include: ·Leading a team of Mechanical engineers in delivering technical...
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CV-Library Cambridge, UK Contractor
CL
Jul 19, 2026  
CAD Engineer Contract
Contract Mechanical Design Engineer – Ampfield Initial 3-Month Contract | Likely Extension Join an innovative precision engineering company based in Ampfield, working with clients across the globe to develop cutting-edge engineering solutions. As a CAD Engineer, you'll manage a portfolio of design projects while gaining exposure to the full product development lifecycle, from initial concept through to prototype and manufacture. This role offers the opportunity to work across multiple high-profile projects within a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering team. With two major projects currently underway and a third due to commence, you'll play a key role in delivering technically challenging solutions for advanced manufacturing applications. Using SolidWorks, you'll be responsible for producing both 2D manufacturing drawings and 3D CAD models, ensuring designs are optimised for precision manufacture and assembly. You'll also work closely with electrical and controls...
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CV-Library Southampton, UK Contractor
CL
Jul 19, 2026  
Design Engineer - 12 Month Contract
Design Engineer - Test Facilities Location: Peterborough (Onsite) Pay Rate: £38.49 per hour (£307.92 per day Inside IR335) Duration: 12-Month Contract - Highly likely to extend We are currently recruiting for an experienced Design Engineer to join a leading engineering organisation in Peterborough on an initial 12-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative engineering projects supporting the development of new products within a specialist Test Facilities Engineering team. Working on bespoke mechanical designs rather than production components, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality engineering solutions that support engine testing and development programmes. Key Responsibilities Design bespoke mechanical components, assemblies and test equipment. Support engine test facilities through the design of rigging systems, driveline components and mechanical equipment. Produce 3D CAD models, manufacturing drawings and engineering calculations....
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CV-Library Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Contractor
CL
Jul 18, 2026  
Contract Design Engineer - Solidworks
Contract Mechanical Systems Engineer / Mechanical Design EngineerOutside IR35 Hybrid Immediate ProjectAre you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer who enjoys solving complex engineering problems before opening SolidWorks? We're supporting an innovative engineering company developing defence technology, who require an experienced contractor to support the early stages of an exciting new customer programme. This isn't just another CAD role. The initial focus will be on capturing customer requirements, writing clear engineering specifications and managing technical requirements before progressing into the redesign of complex equipment for an ATEX environment. You'll be responsible for: Capturing and documenting customer requirements. Producing high-quality engineering specifications. Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams. Developing SolidWorks designs as the project progresses. Supporting the development of ruggedised mechanical systems.We're looking for...
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Outside IR35

CV-Library Leicester, Leicestershire, East Midlands Contractor
CL
Jul 16, 2026  
Mechanical Engineer
My client is a well-established M&E engineering company who are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their team on a long-term contract basis. This role will involve working on a high-profile project within the London area. The client is looking for an experienced mechanical design engineer with strong building services experience, ideally gained on large-scale, complex projects. Benefits * Rate of £(Apply online only) a day outside IR35 (Depending on Experience) * Contract ongoing until September 2027 * Weekly Payments Key Responsibiltiies For this role they are looking for someone who can: * Lead the delivery of mechanical building services design on complex projects * Produce and review detailed mechanical designs, calculations, specifications and technical reports * Coordinate effectively with electrical and wider multidisciplinary design teams * Support client meetings and providing technical input throughout all project stages * Ensure design...
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