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Mechanical Design Engineer Jobs in Tyne and Wear

​Mechanical Design Engineer

A Mechanical Design Engineer conceives, designs, and tests various mechanical systems and products. They contribute to all stages of product development, from initial concept through design, development, and production.

A successful Mechanical Design Engineer should exhibit strong analytical skills, creativity, and proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software. A Bachelor’s degree, HNC/HND, in mechanical engineering, or a related field, is typically required for the role. When hiring for this role, companies look for candidates who possess hands-on experience in mechanical design and knowledge of industry regulations and standards. Experience with testing procedures and quality assurance is also highly valued.

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​Tyne and Wear

Tyne and Wear is a county in North East England. It is made up of several metropolitan boroughs, including Sunderland, Newcastle upon Tyne and South Tyneside, as well as non-metropolitan districts such as Gateshead, North Tyneside and Northumberland.

The engineering sector in Tyne and Wear is an important part of the local economy. It supports around 100,000 jobs and has seen strong growth over the past years, with £2.8bn of investment across the North East.

Tyne and Wear is a major transport hub for the North East, located at the junction of the A1(M), A19, A1 and M62 motorways. Major rail services include Tyne and Wear Metro, East Coast Mainline, Newcastle-Edinburgh rail link, TransPennine Express routes between York, Leeds, Manchester, Liverpool, Sheffield and regular ferries to North Shields.

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