Position: Mechanical Engineer / Mechanical Design Engineer / Automotive Engineer / Marine Engineer
Employer: To Be Announced (TBA)
Country: United Kingdom
Employment Type: Full-Time
Occupation Code: SOC 2122 – Mechanical Engineers
Salary: From £46,800 Gross Per Year for Standard-Rate Skilled Worker Sponsorship, subject to applicable immigration rules
Accommodation: Provided
Meals: Provided During Working Days
Visa Sponsorship: Available for Eligible Candidates
Skilled Worker Visa Assistance: Provided
WORK AS A MECHANICAL ENGINEER IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
Applications are open for qualified Mechanical Engineers seeking full-time professional employment in the United Kingdom.
Opportunities may be available within manufacturing, automotive engineering, energy, industrial production, marine engineering, construction services, engineering consultancy and advanced manufacturing.
Positions may include:
- Mechanical Engineer
- Mechanical Design Engineer
- Automotive Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Marine Engineer
- Maintenance Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Mechanical Systems Engineer
AVAILABLE LOCATIONS
Potential employment locations include:
- London
- Birmingham
- Manchester
- Coventry
- Derby
- Sheffield
- Bristol
- Leeds
- Glasgow
- Newcastle
Final placement depends on the employer and vacancy.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Mechanical Engineers may be responsible for designing, developing, testing and maintaining mechanical systems and equipment.
Typical responsibilities can include:
- Developing mechanical designs
- Preparing engineering calculations
- Creating technical drawings
- Using CAD and engineering software
- Selecting materials
- Designing mechanical components
- Reviewing technical specifications
- Testing equipment
- Investigating mechanical failures
- Improving equipment performance
- Supporting manufacturing
- Monitoring installation
- Preparing technical documentation
- Developing maintenance procedures
- Supporting engineering projects
- Working with multidisciplinary teams
- Ensuring technical compliance
MECHANICAL DESIGN
Design Engineers may develop components, machines and mechanical systems.
Responsibilities may include preparing 2D and 3D designs, conducting calculations, selecting materials, reviewing prototypes and modifying designs following testing.
MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING
Mechanical Engineers working in manufacturing may support:
- Production machinery
- Manufacturing processes
- Equipment installation
- Production efficiency
- Quality improvement
- Maintenance programmes
- Automation projects
- Process improvements
AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING
Automotive positions may involve:
- Vehicle systems
- Components
- Powertrain systems
- Testing
- Manufacturing
- Product development
- Quality engineering
MAINTENANCE & RELIABILITY
Mechanical Engineers may help ensure industrial equipment operates safely and efficiently.
Responsibilities may include analysing breakdowns, planning maintenance, identifying recurring faults and recommending improvements.
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants will normally require a relevant university-level qualification such as:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Automotive Engineering
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Marine Engineering
- Mechatronics
- Another relevant engineering discipline
Employer requirements will vary according to the position.
EXPERIENCE
Graduate, intermediate and experienced engineers may be considered.
Applicants should provide details of engineering software, projects, technical experience and previous employment.
Experience with relevant CAD, modelling, manufacturing or engineering-analysis software should be included where applicable.
SALARY
From £46,800 Gross Per Year
The current standard Skilled Worker occupation-specific going rate for SOC 2122 Mechanical Engineers is £46,800 per year, based on a 37.5-hour working week.
Actual salary will depend on the employer, experience and responsibilities.
Different salary provisions can apply to candidates qualifying under specific Skilled Worker rules.
WORKING HOURS
Positions are full-time.
Exact hours will depend on the employer and employment contract.
Some engineering positions may involve occasional site work, project deadlines, maintenance shutdowns or additional hours.
Overtime or additional hours will be handled according to the employment contract and applicable UK employment law.
ACCOMMODATION & MEALS
Accommodation will be arranged for successful employees.
Depending on location, this may include shared apartments, shared houses or other employer-arranged housing.
Any applicable costs will be disclosed before the candidate accepts employment.
Meals will be provided during scheduled working days according to employer arrangements.
SKILLED WORKER VISA
Mechanical Engineers are classified as a Higher Skilled occupation under the Skilled Worker route.
Eligible candidates selected by a Home Office-approved sponsor may receive Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
Candidates must satisfy all applicable immigration requirements, including the required salary and English-language requirements.
The employer must issue an eligible Certificate of Sponsorship before the candidate can use the employment for a Skilled Worker application.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants should complete the online application form and provide details of their:
- Engineering qualification
- Employment history
- Engineering specialism
- Technical skills
- Software experience
- Major projects
- Professional registration where applicable
- English-language ability
Shortlisted applicants may be invited to interviews in Asia or the United Kingdom depending on recruitment arrangements.
Do not make travel arrangements until formally invited and legally eligible to travel.
POSITION SUMMARY
Position: Mechanical Engineer
SOC Code: 2122
Employment: Full-Time
Standard Going Rate: From £46,800 Gross Per Year
Accommodation: Provided
Meals: Provided During Working Days
Visa Sponsorship: Available for Eligible Candidates
Employer: TBA
APPLY FOR MECHANICAL ENGINEERING JOBS IN THE UK
If you have a Mechanical Engineering or closely related qualification and are interested in developing your career in the United Kingdom, submit your application for consideration.
Complete the application form and wait to be contacted if your application is shortlisted.
Submitting an application does not guarantee employment, sponsorship or a UK visa. Final employment is subject to employer selection, qualifications, a genuine eligible vacancy, applicable Skilled Worker salary requirements and immigration approval.