Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer - Warwick - Hybrid (up to 2 days WFH) - £40,000-£55,000 DOE

VIQU is partnering with a long-established engineering organisation within the specialist vehicle sector to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on bespoke, complex vehicles and play a key role in developing the next generation of engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Develop concepts, detailed designs, and engineering solutions for chassis systems and components
Define engineering requirements and set validation criteria for new products
Communicate design intent and requirements to internal teams and external stakeholders
Support product launches and provide engineering assistance during production
Investigate field service issues, identify root causes, and implement practical solutions
Work to defined processes, quality and environmental standards
Collaborate effectively within a cross-functional team environment

Key Requirements

HNC/HND/Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering (essential); MEng/BEng/Chartered (desirable)
3-5 years' relevant industry experience, ideally with yellow goods, heavy equipment, commercial vehicles, or bespoke engineered vehicles
Strong engineering fundamentals: stress, strain, fatigue, material specifications
Proficiency in CAD (Solid Edge preferred) and BS8888 drawing standards
Accurate BOM creation and understanding of DFM/DFA principles
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and engineering change management
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Proactive, detail-oriented with excellent communication skills

If this sounds of interest, please get in touch: Phoebe Rees (see below). Know someone suitable? You can earn up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (T&Cs apply).