Mechanical Design Engineer

Hrwallingford Group; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Oxford is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and analyze solutions for hydraulic, marine, and coastal research. You will develop 3-D CAD models, produce technical specifications, and contribute to design reviews. This role offers a salary ranging from £35,000 to £55,000 based on experience, along with a healthy work-life balance and opportunities for international travel.

Benefits

Healthy work-life balance

Full training on specialist systems

Opportunities to travel internationally

Qualifications

• Hands-on engineering design, analysis and calculations.
• Contribute to design reviews and enhance functionality.
• Work closely with various engineering teams for project success.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3-D CAD models and detailed drawings.
• Produce technical reports and specifications.
• Support new technology development through planning and testing.

Skills

Experience of linear motion systems

Precision rotating components

BS8888 / GD&T

Limits and fits

Designing for manufacture

Tools

3-D CAD software

Job description

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About HR Wallingford

At HR Wallingford, we design smart, resilient solutions across the natural and built environments to help everyone live and work more sustainably with water. By harnessing research, data insights and the power of our collective expertise, we help the world better understand the changing influence and impact of water.

Our Equipment, Technology and Innovation Group develops and supplies a comprehensive range of physical modelling technology for hydraulic, marine and coastal research facilities. With over 70 years of experience, our designs have been rigorously proven in use and we have supplied equipment to more than 300 institutions worldwide.

About the role

In this full life cycle role, you will be hands‑on with engineering design, analysis and calculations that underpin our solutions. You will contribute to design reviews, offer ideas to enhance functionality, reliability and manufacturability, and work closely with electrical, software engineers and project managers to ensure smooth and successful project delivery.

Experience of linear motion systems, precision rotating components, BS8888 / GD&T, limits and fits, and designing for manufacture is fundamental to the role.

• Develop 3‑D CAD models and detailed drawings
• Produce technical reports and specifications
• Support the development of new technologies through planning, testing and verification

Benefits and Development

• Salary from £35,000 – £55,000 dependent on experience
• Healthy work‑life balance with hybrid working and flexi‑time
• Full training on specialist systems
• Opportunities to travel internationally

Application

Closing date for applications: 12th January 2026.

Submit your CV and cover letter. For questions, email [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity

HR Wallingford is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate, and work to create an inclusive culture across our business.

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