E3 Recruitment
Mechanical Design Engineer – FTC 12 months
Mechanical Design Engineer – FTC 12 months at E3 Recruitment, based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, paying £40,000 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £40,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Leeds, West Yorkshire
- Closing date
- Sector
- Mechanical Engineer
- Immediate start
13% below the typical rate for mechanical engineer
Reference jobs/mechanical-design-engineer-ftc-12-months
About the role
Mechanical Design Engineer x2
12-Month Fixed Term Contract | Leeds, West Yorkshire | £40,000 + Benefits
I am exclusively recruiting x2 Mechanical Design Engineers for my client following a significant investment in the development of two new machines.
Both positions are offered on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract.
Using SolidWorks, you will produce 2D and 3D designs and facility layout drawings showing how the new machines will fit within the existing site. You will also detail the pipework and ducting required to connect them to the facility services and processing systems.
This is an excellent opportunity for you to join a busy engineering team delivering exciting projects.
What’s on Offer?
- £40,000 Salary + Benefits
- 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
- Immediate Start Available
- Potential Extension Beyond Initial Contract
- Technically Challenging Projects
- Collaborative Engineering Environment
- Opportunity to Support New Machine Development
The Role
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will:
- Produce 2D & 3D mechanical designs using SolidWorks
- Create facility layout drawings for new machine installations
- Design associated pipework, ducting and utility connections
- Generate fabrication, assembly and manufacturing drawings
- Support installation and commissioning activities
- Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing and Project teams
- Ensure designs meet customer, quality and safety requirements
What You’ll Need
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in Mechanical Design Engineering
- Strong SolidWorks 3D design and modelling skills
- AutoCAD experience essential
- Mechanical Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree) preferred
- Excellent attention to detail and technical accuracy
Desirable Experience
We’re particularly interested in candidates with experience in:
- Fabrication, sheet metal and welded structures
- Mechanical assemblies and bespoke machinery
- Industrial automation or process engineering environments
- Ductwork, emissions control and ventilation systems
- Industrial pipework and plant layout design
- Manufacturing-focused design for assembly principles
- Combustion systems and air handling equipment
If you are an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking to join a growing engineering business during an exciting period of investment and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Alex Feather for a confidential discussion.
Reference: jobs/mechanical-design-engineer-ftc-12-months · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 3 Dec 2026 · Listed via E3 Recruitment
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