Job title: Mechanical Design/Project Engineer
Job type: Permanent / Fixed Term (Perm)
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Engineering
Functional Expertise: Engineering - Mechanical
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £40,000.00
Location: Oliver Close
Job published: 03/07/2026
Job ID: 252963
Contact name: Ben Howell
Contact email: bhowell@pg-rec.com

Job Description

We are recruiting a Mechanical Design / Project Engineer on behalf of a well-established, successful manufacturer supplying specialist equipment into a demanding global industry, with a strong reputation built on reliability, quality and excellent after-sales support.

This is a genuine opportunity for a Mechanical Design / Project Engineer to join a talented engineering team and take real ownership of products from initial concept through to a finished, working part. The business is happy to provide full training on their specific tools and processes, so while relevant industry background is a bonus, it isn't essential — what matters most is a strong design foundation and a genuine willingness to learn.

The Role:

As Mechanical Design / Project Engineer, you will be:

  • Creating 3D CAD models, assemblies and 2D drawings using PTC Creo and AutoCAD
  • Designing piece parts across a range of manufacturing processes — casting, machining, fabrication
  • Maintaining and improving existing product lines and drawings via formal engineering change procedures
  • Supporting value engineering and product improvement projects
  • Producing and maintaining product instruction manuals and technical/sales literature
  • Supporting contract documentation and working closely with the team on large-scale one-off projects
  • Attending client and project meetings
  • Managing BOMs within the company's MRP system
  • Preparing designs, calculations, specifications and tender documentation

What We Are Looking For:

  • BSc/BEng (or equivalent) in Engineering
  • 3+ years' experience designing piece-part components
  • Solid understanding of geometrical tolerances
  • Good working knowledge of AutoCAD (2D) and 3D CAD such as PTC Creo or SolidWorks
  • Strong numerical and methodical problem-solving skills
  • Experience with BOM creation and control within a CAD package
  • A hands-on, detail-focused approach and comfortable working independently
  • Any marine or relevant mechanical industry background advantageous but not required — full training will be provided

The Package:

  • Competitive salary with annual review
  • Company profit share scheme
  • Company pension scheme (following probation)
  • Permanent position

To apply for this Mechanical Design / Project Engineer role or to find out more, contact Ben Howell at Premier Group Recruitment — 0118 228 1942 / bhowell@pg-rec.com