Mechanical Design Engineer

Northern Ireland Water Limited; Belfast; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in County Derry is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to play a key role in designing and developing mechanical components for switchgear products. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, producing 3D models using CAD software, and preparing engineering documentation. Essential skills include a degree in Mechanical Engineering and proficiency in 3D CAD tools. The position offers benefits like early finish Fridays and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Early finish Fridays

Life Assurance Plan

Workplace Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical design, ideally within the switchgear or electrical sectors.
• Select suitable materials for performance and efficiency.
• Participate in design reviews.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components for switchgear systems.
• Produce detailed 3D models and manufacturing drawings.
• Prepare comprehensive engineering documentation.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD software

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

MCS Group is delighted to be recruiting a Mechanical Design Engineer based in County Derry. Our client is expanding its engineering team, and the successful candidate will play a key role in designing and developing mechanical components and systems for switchgear products used in power and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for switchgear systems
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to define design requirements and constraints.
• Produce detailed 3D models and manufacturing drawings using CAD software.
• Select suitable materials and manufacturing processes to balance performance, cost, and efficiency.
• Participate in design reviews and implement continuous design improvements.
• Prepare comprehensive engineering documentation, including BOMs, specifications, and reports.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience in mechanical design, ideally within the switchgear, electrical, or related engineering sectors.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Inventor, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent).

You will receive:

• Early finish Fridays (12pm).
• Life Assurance Plan
• Workplace Pension
• Private Medical Insurance

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Kathy Donaghey, Senior Specialist Consultant at MCS Group 028 96935521. Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs. Not all agencies are the same…MCS Group are passionate about providing a first-class service to all our customers and have an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google