Mechanical Design Engineer

A great opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a Global Electrical and Design Contractor has become available based near Coventry, England. You will be joining a team of established Design Engineers working on a range of projects involving rotating machinery and power generation. You will be responsible for the design, analysis and continuous improvement of mechanical systems and components.

Responsibilities:

• Design mechanical components and systems for large rotating machinery.
• Develop mechanical designs for new build equipment, upgrades, and retrofit solutions.
• Produce detailed CAD models, engineering drawings, and design documentation for complex components.
• Complete stress analysis of components using analytical methods and finite element analysis (FEA).
• Undertake diagnostic assessments of machinery condition prior to failure.
• Conduct root cause analysis.
• Produce technical reports and engineering recommendations based on findings.
• Develop test methodologies and procedures for dynamic testing of large machines.
• Participate in engineering activities across all phases of projects, including customer-facing technical discussions.
• Ensure mechanical designs comply with contractual requirements, industry standards, and internal quality systems.

Qualifications/ Experience:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience designing mechanical systems within rotating machinery, power generation, heavy engineering or similar industries.
• Proficient in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo or Autodesk Inventor.
• Experience undertaking engineering calculations and finite element analysis.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing methods, tolerancing and mechanical assemblies.

Remuneration:

• Salary - £55K
• BUPA
• Pension
• Holidays
• Gym subs