Mechanical engineer Work, Jobs in Northern Ireland (with Salaries)

Mechanical Design Engineer
Chieftain Trailers —Dungannon
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
- Relocation assistance
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Mechanical Engineer
Vertiv —Derry
- Engineering
- Bachelor's degree
- Time management
Lead Mechanical Engineer
ASSYSTEM —Newcastle
- Full-time
- Remote
- AutoCAD
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Annual leave
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Mechanical Design Engineer
Thompson Aero Seating —Banbridge
- Full-time
- CAD
- Microsoft Office
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
- Referral programme
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Design Engineer
Pure Engineering Group —Newry
- £29,000 - £32,000 a year
- Full-time
- CAD
- Engineering
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Gym membership
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Design Engineer
Expleo —Belfast
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Microsoft Office
Design Engineer
Airbus Belfast Limited —Belfast
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Travel
- IT
9d
Project Manager
Pure Engineering Group —Newry
- £50,000 - £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- Maintenance
- Project management
- Free parking
- Gym membership
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Project Engineer
Aresforti Lift Engineering Ltd —Lisburn
- £50,038 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office
- Project management
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2d
Graduate Engineer
Avove —Newry
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Travel
- Agile
- Employee assistance programme
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Operations Apprenticeship and Training Supervisor (Mechanical Engineering)
NAVANTIA UK —Belfast
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Spanish
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
Thales —Belfast
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
RME Mechatronics Apprentice - Northern Ireland Locations 2026 - Fixed Term Contract
Amazon UK Services Ltd. - A10 —Belfast
- Weekend availability
- CAD
- Engineering
- Maintenance
Pre-Order MV SWGR Mechanical Design - IEC
Vertiv —Derry
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Excel
- Sales
Process Performance Engineer
Airbus Belfast Limited —Belfast
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Assembly
- Continuous improvement
Mechanical Design Engineer
Tetra Tech —Belfast
- Hybrid work
- AutoCAD
- Travel
- IT
Mechatronics Design Engineer
Gormley Robotics —Dungannon
- £35,000 - £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- CAD
- Engineering
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R&D Engineer
Nugent Engineering Ltd —Galbally
- Full-time
- CAD
- Project management
- IT
- Referral programme
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2d
Principal CFD Engineer - Dams & Hydraulic Structures
AECOM —Belfast
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Work from home
Design Engineer, Green-tec
Terex Corporation —Derry
- Full-time
- Engineering
- English
- Communication skills
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Employee discount
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Mechanical Design Engineer

Chieftain Trailers -
Dungannon

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Job details

Permanent | Graduate | Full-time

Benefits

Free parking
Relocation assistance
Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
Employee discount
Sick pay
On-site parking

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Fabrication
Driving Licence
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Mechanical design
Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
English
Microsoft Office
Machining
Analysis skills
Continuous improvement
SolidWorks
FEA
Welding
3D modelling
Sheet metal
Document management systems
Communication skills

Full job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will have a minimum of one year's experience working in a mechanical design environment and be confident using SolidWorks to produce accurate 3D models, assemblies, and technical drawings.

This role is suited to someone with strong attention to detail, good problem-solving skills, and a practical understanding of manufacturing processes. You will be involved in designing, developing, and improving mechanical components and assemblies from concept through to production, while supporting product compliance and technical documentation activities.

Key Responsibilities

Create and modify 3D models, assemblies, and detailed 2D drawings using SolidWorks.
Support the design and development of mechanical components, systems, and fabricated structures.
Prepare manufacturing drawings, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
Work closely with production, purchasing, and quality teams to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and manufacturable.
Review and update existing designs to improve performance, reliability, and efficiency.
Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous product improvement initiatives.
Assist with design calculations, tolerance analysis, material selection, and structural assessments where required.
Ensure drawings and designs comply with relevant industry standards, legislation, and company procedures.
Support prototype builds, testing, and design validation where required.
Troubleshoot design and manufacturing issues and recommend practical solutions.

Maintain accurate records of design changes, generate and maintain accurate Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs)
Assist with the preparation and maintenance of technical documentation including Certificates of Conformity (CoCs), registration documentation, technical files, and approval-related records.
Support the creation and maintenance of operator manuals, technical guides, parts manuals, and customer documentation.

Essential Requirements

Minimum of one year's experience in a mechanical design engineering role.
Proficient in SolidWorks, including 3D modelling, assemblies, and 2D technical drawings.
Experience using SolidWorks Sheet Metal and Weldments features to design fabricated structures and production-ready components.
Good understanding of mechanical design principles and manufacturing methods.
Good understanding of engineering materials, including the properties, applications, and differences between sheet steel, structural steel sections, and other commonly used manufacturing materials.
Ability to read and produce engineering drawings.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to manage workload and meet project deadlines.
Practical problem-solving ability and willingness to learn.

Desirable Requirements

Experience with sheet metal, fabrication, welding, machining, or trailer/vehicle-related design.
Experience of trailer, commercial vehicle, agricultural, automotive, or heavy equipment design.
Knowledge of materials, fasteners, hydraulics, or structural components.
Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) tools and structural calculations.
Understanding of vehicle legislation, type approval processes, engineering compliance requirements, and regulatory documentation.
Knowledge of EU and UK vehicle type approval requirements, including Regulation (EU) 2018/858 and associated UNECE Regulations.
Experience creating bills of materials and production documentation.
Experience preparing Certificates of Conformity (CoCs), registration documentation, technical files, or approval-related documentation.
Experience creating technical manuals, user guides, parts catalogues, or service documentation.
Familiarity with design standards, tolerances, and quality procedures.
Experience working with PDM or document control systems.

Qualifications

A degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
Relevant industry experience may be considered in place of formal qualifications.

Personal Attributes

Practical and hands-on approach to engineering.
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
Organised, reliable, and self-motivated.
Able to work independently and as part of a team.
Keen to develop technical skills and contribute to continuous improvement.

What We Offer

Opportunity to work on varied and practical engineering projects.
Supportive team environment.
Training and development opportunities.
Competitive salary based on experience.
Opportunity to contribute to product improvement, compliance, and innovation.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV along with a short cover letter outlining your experience with SolidWorks and mechanical design.

Benefits:

Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking
Relocation assistance
Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

Dungannon BT71 4DP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

Diploma of Higher Education (required)

Experience:

Mechanical design: 1 year (required)

Language:

English (required)

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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