Projects Design Engineer - Tata Steel - United Kingdom

Department: Engineering

Location: Shotton

Salary: 45k-52k 

Closing Date: 12th August 2026

Interviews to be conducted on w/c 17th August 2026

We believe that our strength is not just in our steel but the diversity of our workforce. Our people make the difference.

What you will do: 

Reporting to the Lead Projects Engineer, the role is to own all aspects of Mechanical Engineering Design related to Project Engineering.  The projects generally support the development of the Shotton site manufacturing capabilities and business plans. 

• Working from a project charter, problem statement, or specification document, generate Engineering designs to meet the needs of the Projects group.


• Translate ideas into 3D solid models using Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Vault.  Generate full sets of detailed drawings, validation calculations, Bill of Materials and technical manuals to facilitate manufacture, testing, and installation.


• Use 3D scanning tools to enable the design of new equipment to interface with existing equipment without risk of clash or conflict.


• Take ownership of the site’s legacy models and drawings and facilitate the ongoing organisation and file management of these.


• Provide engineering and technology support to plant engineers and manufacturing teams. 


• Undertake ongoing training and personal professional development

What you will need: 

• The successful candidate would ideally be educated to degree level in an appropriate engineering discipline.  HNC or HND will be considered.


• A minimum of 3 years solid modelling experience is required in either Catia, Solid Works, or Inventor.


• Competency in maintaining drawings using 2D AutoCAD is required.


• Competency and experience is required in carrying out Finite Element Analysis studies to validate mechanical designs.


• A good working knowledge of standard fits, tolerances and GD&T is required.


• A good working knowledge of Vault or similar file management software is required.


• The ability to select appropriate materials is essential based on weight, strength, cost and environments.


• Experience in being a resource involved with projects is beneficial, with the constraints around planning and time-management. 


• A working knowledge of the application of the supply of Machinery Regulations is desirable.


• An appreciation of SAP is desirable but not essential.


• Good verbal and written communication skills are essential

Ready to make a difference?

For more information or for an informal discussion please contact: [email removed]

Please note: You may use AI tools to help prepare your application. However, all information must be accurate and based on your own experience. We value genuine, honest responses that reflect who you are.

What we can offer you

Tata Steel UK offers their employees significant benefits packages. For this role, you will benefit from:

• A market competitive salary 


• 35 days holidays per annum


• Annual Pay Review 


• Quarterly Bonus Scheme – subject to business performance 


• Private Healthcare Scheme (Individual cover) 


• One of the UK’s leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)

We also have an extensive list of lifestyle benefits including free onsite parking at all of our sites, an employee assistance programme as well as Employee discount scheme for companies including Vodafone, Jaguar Land Rover and also various local services.