Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

Escape Recruitment is working with a well-established engineering client based in Dundee who are looking to add an experienced Design Engineer to their growing technical team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking business involved in the design and manufacture of highly engineered mechanical components used in demanding applications across global markets. You’ll be joining a collaborative and supportive engineering team where innovation, precision, and quality are key.

What you’ll be doing:

• Collaborating with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure project specifications, timelines and technical requirements are fully understood and delivered.
• Producing detailed engineering documentation including manufacturing drawings, calculations, specifications, and procedural documentation.
• Taking ownership of your design work and contributing to peer reviews by checking and validating colleagues’ drawings and calculations.
• Mentoring junior engineers and supporting their development through knowledge sharing and training.
• Providing technical input and solutions throughout all stages of the design process, from concept to manufacture.
• Attending cross-functional meetings, training sessions, site visits, and audits as required to support the wider engineering and business objectives.
• Continuously reviewing your performance and contributing to process improvements, ensuring project milestones are met and efficiencies are achieved.
• Working additional hours when required to avoid project delays or missed targets.
• Maintaining and developing professional registration, working towards IEng or CEng status within two years of joining the company.

What we’re looking for:

• A degree-qualified Design Engineer with at least two years' experience in a manufacturing environment using CAD.
• Proficiency in 2D drafting, 3D modelling, and experience using FEA tools such as ANSYS.
• A good understanding of engineering standards, quality systems (e.g. ISO9001), and design practices in a regulated industry.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and design for manufacture principles.
• Experience designing mechanical components or systems to industry standards (e.g. API/ASME) would be advantageous, but not essential.
• Ability to manage your workload independently while also working collaboratively in a team-oriented setting.
• Strong attention to detail and a creative approach to solving technical challenges.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to further their career in a supportive environment, working on technically interesting products that have real-world impact.

To apply or find out more, get in touch with Escape Recruitment today.