R&D Mechanical Design Engineer

Company: Chroma Recruitment
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Due to an increase in projects, a leading Engineering company based in the Lancaster area who specialise in complex equipment for the Renewables/Offshore sector are looking for a highly experienced R&D Mechanical Design Engineer to work on the full life cycle design of products.

The successful R&D Mechanical Design Engineer will have strong 3D CAD Skills as well as strong knowledge of FEA, hand calculations and first principles . You will be working closely with the Engineering Manager across multiple projects and be responsible for the design, development and testing of new and existing products.

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious engineer who likes to work in a fast paced highly regulated industry where you will have the opportunity to develop and progress!

R&D Mechanical Design Engineer Requirements:

  • Degree level in Mechanical Engineering
  • 3D CAD – Inventor (or similar)
  • Heavy fabrication design experience
  • Design calculations / FEA
  • Hands on test & development
  • Hydraulics (desirable)

Benefits of this R&D Mechanical Design Engineer position:

  • Hybrid working – 2 days per week (after probation)
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Early Friday finish
  • 4 day working week (fortnightly)
  • Death in service x 4
  • Excellent pension scheme – 8% employer contribution
  • Employee assistance program
  • EV Scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme

If you have the required skills for this R&D Mechanical Design Engineer position or would like to learn more then please get in touch ASAP with an up-to-date copy of your CV. You can also call Will Mieras on 07421 315 589 for a confidential chat.

If this role isn’t of interest, but you know of someone who could be, Chroma Recruitment operates a referral scheme.

Chroma Recruitment is acting as an employment business with regards to this position

Posted: June 2nd, 2026