524 lead mechanical design engineer jobs found

WGM Engineering is one of Scotland’s leading engineering solutions providers. Since 1986, we’ve delivered high‑quality Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil Engineering services under one roof, offering clients a fully integrated, turnkey approach. Our commitment to responsible operations, sustainability, and innovation drives everything we do. We are now looking for an experienced Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing design function. This is a key role responsible for managing mechanical design delivery across a range of multi‑disciplinary Water Industry projects, from early scoping through detailed design and into construction support. About the Role As Lead Mechanical Designer, you will oversee the production of high‑quality engineering design packages, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and technical excellence. You will champion DFMA principles, lead a team of designers, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver industry‑leading...

Lead Mechanical Design Engineer Sheffield Office-Based (with Occasional Site Visits) We are looking for an initiative-taking and skilled Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to join our clients Design team. This is a fully office-based role, with opportunities to visit project sites and collaborate closely with the Project Lead and Workshop Team, ensuring designs are executed in the most practical and efficient way possible. Key Benefits Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm Salary - negotiable depending on experience 8% Employer Pension Contribution 21 days + 8 bank holidays Annual Leave Comprehensive Medical Insurance Professional Development Support Key Responsibilities Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies, from concept through to production and installation (cradle to grave) and implement feedback in next designs Perform detailed hand calculations (e.g. stress analysis, bolted/welded joint assessments, load calculations). Produce and review...

Lead Mechanical Design Engineer Sheffield Office-Based (with Occasional Site Visits) We are looking for an initiative-taking and skilled Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to join our clients Design team. This is a fully office-based role, with opportunities to visit project sites and collaborate closely with the Project Lead and Workshop Team, ensuring designs are executed in the most practical and efficient way possible. Key Benefits Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm Salary - negotiable depending on experience 8% Employer Pension Contribution 21 days + 8 bank holidays Annual Leave Comprehensive Medical Insurance Professional Development Support Key Responsibilities Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies, from concept through to production and installation (cradle to grave) and implement feedback in next designs Perform detailed hand calculations (e.g. stress analysis, bolted/welded joint assessments, load calculations). Produce and review...

We are now looking for an experienced Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing design function. This is a key role responsible for managing mechanical design delivery across a range of multi‑disciplinary Water Industry projects, from early scoping through detailed design and into construction support. About the Role As Lead Mechanical Designer, you will oversee the production of high‑quality engineering design packages, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and technical excellence. You will champion DFMA principles, lead a team of designers, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver industry‑leading solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of Mechanical Designers to deliver project‑specific design outputs.Ensure all design work complies with WGM QA policies, procedures, and client specifications.Drive the adoption of DFMA (Design for Manufacture & Assembly) and modular assembly methodologies to improve quality, reduce onsite...

Locations: Redhill ¦ Birmingham ¦ Glasgow ¦ Chester ¦ Leeds Join Binnies UK, Part of the RSK Group Are you ready to shape the future of water engineering? At Binnies UK , we’re looking for Lead Mechanical Design Engineers to deliver innovative solutions for clean water and wastewater projects. From concept to construction, you’ll play a key role in designing systems that make a real difference to communities and the environment. Why Join Us? We don’t just offer a job, we offer a career with purpose, flexibility, and rewards: Private Health Insurance & Income Protection Life Assurance for peace of mind Annual Leave Purchase Scheme for extra time off Clear career paths with professional development support Annual pay rise & bonus High Street discounts & gym membership deals Cycle to Work & EV Salary Sacrifice Schemes Mental Health Support because your wellbeing matters What You’ll Do Deliver clear, concise engineering...

Are you ready to shape the future of water engineering? At Binnies UK , we’re looking for Lead Mechanical Design Engineers to deliver innovative solutions for clean water and wastewater projects. From concept to construction, you’ll play a key role in designing systems that make a real difference to communities and the environment. Why Join Us? We don’t just offer a job, we offer a career with purpose, flexibility, and rewards: Private Health Insurance & Income Protection Life Assurance for peace of mind Annual Leave Purchase Scheme for extra time off Clear career paths with professional development support Annual pay rise & bonus High Street discounts & gym membership deals Cycle to Work & EV Salary Sacrifice Schemes Mental Health Support because your wellbeing matters What You’ll Do Deliver clear, concise engineering outputs, from drawings and calculations to reports and schedulesCoordinate multidisciplinary designs, including P&IDsManage...

Quest Global is an organization at the forefront of innovation and one of the world’s fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognized expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries. We are a twenty-five-year-old company on a journey to becoming a centenary one, driven by aspiration, hunger and humility. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible, possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you. The achievers and courageous...

Quest Global is an organization at the forefront of innovation and one of the world’s fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognized expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries. We are a twenty-five-year-old company on a journey to becoming a centenary one, driven by aspiration, hunger and humility. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible, possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you. The achievers and courageous...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Building Services Location: London (Hybrid Working) Salary: £45,000 - £65,000+ (DOE) A well-established employee-owned Building Services Consultancy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their London team. The consultancy has a long-standing reputation for delivering sustainable, technically excellent solutions across commercial, mixed-use, retail and industrial projects. The Role As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will lead mechanical design projects from concept to completion, taking ownership while working closely with clients, architects and project teams. Key responsibilities include: Producing calculations, specifications, drawings and tender documentation Leading projects and representing the consultancy in client and design team meetings Conducting site visits, surveys and inspections Coordinating with other disciplines and reviewing contractor designs and value engineering proposals Supporting...

Mechanical Design Engineer                                                                      Permanent Full-Time Location – Office based in Bedfordshire Join a leading manufacturer specialising in high-quality lamination, coating, and heat transfer equipment. They provide innovative, customised machinery solutions for global industries including the aerospace, automotive, and medical sectors, focusing on technical precision and process efficiency. We’re looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer who is proficient in SolidWorks to lead the development of specialised machinery from initial concept through to final production. Your role will balance high-level mechanical design with practical technical documentation. Responsibilities, but are not limited to Lead the design of mechanical solutions, from concept through to detailed technical drawings Create 3D models and 2D technical drawings of mechanical components and assemblies, focusing on sheet...

Senior / Principal Electrical Design Engineer – Building Services Location: Southampton | Hybrid Working | Full-Time Salary: Highly Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits About the Role We are seeking a Senior / Principal Electrical Design Engineer to join a respected and growing M&E consultancy in Southampton. This is a hands-on, leadership-focused role, ideal for an engineer ready to take ownership of complex building services projects across healthcare, education, research, commercial, and industrial sectors. As a Senior / Principal Electrical Design Engineer , you’ll oversee technical delivery, mentor junior engineers, and engage directly with clients, ensuring sustainable, low-carbon electrical solutions are delivered to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities Lead electrical design packages on medium to large-scale projects, from concept through to construction and handover Oversee technical quality and compliance with UK regulations, BS 7671, and...

Sensata require a high calibre Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development of our world-leading products. In this role, the engineer will work as part of a Global organisation, engaging with cross-functional teams to deliver results to a range of customers, including leading global automotive OEMs.Additional Job Description Role Specific Responsibilities: Lead development of market leading Sensor Products, including CAD design, prototyping, testing, production launch and customer technical support Interact with customers to solicit product specification requirements, define project schedules, drive and deliver on project execution in alignment with customer needs Lead engagement with existing and new suppliers, defining requirements and driving supplier on-time delivery and quality Work cross functionally within a global team to optimise designs for manufacturing, assembly and cost effectiveness Lead engineering engagement with test labs and production lines to...

Job Description Mechanical Design Engineer                                                                      Permanent Full-Time Location – Office based in Bedfordshire Join a leading manufacturer specialising in high-quality lamination, coating, and heat transfer equipment. They provide innovative, customised machinery solutions for global industries including the aerospace, automotive, and medical sectors, focusing on technical precision and process efficiency. We’re looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer who is proficient in SolidWorks to lead the development of specialised machinery from initial concept through to final production. Your role will balance high-level mechanical design with practical technical documentation. Responsibilities, but are not limited to Lead the design of mechanical solutions, from concept through to detailed technical drawings Create 3D models and 2D technical drawings of mechanical components and assemblies,...

At ORE Catapult, we are driving the future of offshore renewable energy. As the UK’s leading technology innovation and research centre for offshore wind, wave, and tidal energy, we develop cutting‑edge solutions and deliver impactful research to support the energy transition. We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to play a key role in developing innovative mechanical systems that enable advanced testing, validation, and research activities. You will help shape the future of renewable energy by delivering high‑impact engineering solutions across a range of pioneering projects. As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will: Lead mechanical design activity on assigned projects and act as the technical authority for mechanical matters. Design test equipment, mechanical systems, and bespoke components for novel renewable energy prototypes. Develop 3D CAD concepts, detailed layouts and drawings, and validate designs using appropriate modelling and...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Southampton Area (Hybrid) Employment Type: Full-Time Overview We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a forward-thinking building services consultancy in the Southampton/Fareham area. This is a senior, hands-on role leading the design and delivery of innovative and sustainable mechanical building services across commercial, residential, education, and healthcare projects. The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will take ownership of mechanical design solutions, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, integrated outcomes from concept through to completion. Key Responsibilities Lead the mechanical design of building services systems, including HVAC, heating, cooling, ventilation, and domestic water systems Produce, review, and approve calculations, technical specifications, drawings, and reports Coordinate effectively with clients, project...

Principal Electrical Design Engineer (Water) We are currently in the market to recruit multiple Principal Electrical Design Engineers (Water) for a variety of major long-term frameworks across the UK. In addition to a range of long-term programmes across the UK water industry RPS, and Tetra Tech, have successfully won a £100 million single-award framework from United Utilities to support the improvement of river health across the Northwest of England. RPS has been working with United Utilities for over 20 years on innovative projects. As we move towards AMP8, this is an exciting time to be working in the water industry, and collaborating with passionate organisations, gives our people the opportunity to create positive change. Under this 10-year framework, RPS will drive program optimisation, develop solutions, and select the preferred options based on best value, lowest carbon, and cost. Our mission is to deliver exceptional water services to...

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Building Services Consultancy Location: Winchester (Hybrid) Employment Type: Full-Time Overview We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a respected building services consultancy with 45 years’ experience delivering sustainable, value-driven engineering solutions. Based in Winchester, this role offers the opportunity to lead mechanical systems design on projects ranging from residential and commercial to healthcare, education, and industrial developments, including schemes valued up to £100m. The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will take ownership of mechanical design delivery, mentor junior engineers, and ensure integrated, low-carbon, energy-efficient solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects. Key Responsibilities Lead the design of mechanical systems, including HVAC, ventilation, heating, cooling, and domestic water systems from feasibility to construction Produce 2D and 3D coordinated outputs using AutoCAD...

Senior / Principal Mechanical Design Engineer – Building Services 📍 Location: South Wales | 💰 Salary: Competitive + Package 📅 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Lead Mechanical Design, Mentor Talent, and Deliver High-Quality Projects A well-established and highly respected Building Services Contractor in South Wales is seeking a Senior / Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to strengthen their in-house mechanical design team. With a strong pipeline of projects across commercial, education, healthcare, residential, hospitality, and retail sectors, this is an exciting opportunity to take a leadership role with real responsibility. You’ll join a supportive team delivering technically challenging and rewarding projects, from multimillion-pound new builds to complex refurbishments, while having the chance to mentor junior engineers and shape the future of the department. Key Responsibilities Lead mechanical design on projects from concept through to completion Attend...

The Mechanical Design Engineer collaborating with the Project Engineering Manager will be responsible for crafting and maintaining mechanical subassemblies for Emerson’s diverse range of products, supporting both new and existing designs. In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: Support mechanical aspects of engineering product transfer project, liaising with satellite manufacturing sites. Analyse requirements and produce 3D models and accompanying drawings using computer-aided design (CAD) software. Develop prototypes and support designs through product development cycle and support manufacturing in process and product improvement projects. Lead document change through ECN process with the use of PDM software. Creation and maintenance of specifications and Bills of Material. Estimation of project timescales and labour & material costs. Occasional site visits to support external testing and customer trials. Design and development of production test fixtures and timely...

Senior Electrical Design Engineer (Water) We are currently in the market to recruit multiple Senior Electrical Design Engineers (Water) for a variety of major long-term frameworks across the UK. In addition to a range of long-term programmes across the UK water industry RPS, and Tetra Tech, have successfully won a £100 million single-award framework from United Utilities to support the improvement of river health across the Northwest of England. RPS has been working with United Utilities for over 20 years on innovative projects. As we move towards AMP8, this is an exciting time to be working in the water industry, and collaborating with passionate organisations, gives our people the opportunity to create positive change. Under this 10-year framework, RPS will drive program optimisation, develop solutions, and select the preferred options based on best value, lowest carbon, and cost. Our mission is to deliver exceptional water services to foster a...