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 (url removed) (phone number removed) Know someone suitable? You can earn up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (T&Cs apply)