Projects Design Engineer

Job Title: Projects Design Engineer

Department: Engineering

Location: Shotton (CH5)

Salary: £45,000 - £52,000 

Closing Date: 3rd September 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