Elevation Recruitment Group are working with a leading engineering business to recruit a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to support the delivery of mechanical and structural design across a major international plant programme.
This is a hands-on design role, ideal for someone with a strong background in fabricated structures who enjoys working across the full design lifecycle - collaborating with manufacturing, suppliers, and site teams to deliver complex engineering solutions.
Design Engineer
You’ll play a key role in the design and development of large-scale fabricated structures and plant systems, supporting delivery across a high-profile, multi-phase international project.
Key responsibilities include:
*Designing heavy fabricated structures such as skids, frames, platforms, lifting equipment, and large assemblies
*Producing and checking engineering drawings and models in line with relevant standards (BS 8888, EN 1090, ISO 3834)
*Supporting structural and mechanical calculations (static loading, basic fatigue, weld sizing, GD&T, etc.)
*Working closely with fabrication, production, and QA teams to ensure designs are practical and manufacturable (DfMA)
*Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to support design delivery and resolve technical queries
*Assisting with WPS/WPQR documentation, inspection plans, and quality requirements
*Supporting site activities including FAT/SAT, RFIs, and technical queries during build and installation phases
*Producing and maintaining technical documentation such as BOMs, drawings, and reports
*Contributing to continuous improvement of engineering standards and processes
About You:

This role would suit an experienced Design Engineer looking to step up, or a Senior Engineer wanting to remain hands-on in a technically interesting environment.
You’ll likely have:
*Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
*Strong experience in fabricated/welded structures within a heavy engineering or regulated environment
*Good understanding of relevant standards (BS/EN, welding/fabrication codes)
*Experience producing and checking engineering drawings and design outputs
*Knowledge of manufacturing processes, particularly fabrication and welding
*Experience working with suppliers and cross-functional teams
*Proficiency in 3D CAD (Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar)
*Exposure to engineering calculations (FEA experience beneficial but not essential)
Why Join?
*Opportunity to work on large-scale, complex engineering projects
*Involvement in an international programme with real-world impact
*Strong collaboration across design, manufacturing, and site teams
*Clear progression opportunities within a growing engineering function