Senior Mechanical Engineer
CV-LibraryWhitburn, West LothianpermanentPosted: 1 June 2026
Apply NowA well-established engineering business is looking to appoint a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the design, development and delivery of technically complex engineered systems and equipment.
This is a hands-on engineering role that would suit an experienced Mechanical Engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges, performing engineering calculations and working closely with customers and internal teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting projects from concept through to delivery, providing technical expertise across mechanical design, analysis, documentation and problem solving.
The Role
* Provide mechanical engineering support across a range of complex engineering projects
* Act as a key technical point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders
* Produce and review engineering calculations, technical documentation and reports
* Support the development and improvement of engineered products and systems
* Work closely with design, manufacturing and operational teams to ensure engineering requirements are achieved
* Identify, investigate and resolve technical and engineering challenges
* Assist with the preparation of technical procedures, proposals and engineering documentation
* Participate in project and customer meetings when required
* Maintain accurate engineering records and ensure compliance with relevant engineering standards and procedures
About You
You could come from a variety of sectors including heavy engineering, industrial equipment, manufacturing, energy, subsea, process industries, rotating equipment or other mechanically focused engineering environments.
You will likely have:
* Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
* Experience within a Mechanical Engineer or Senior Mechanical Engineer position
* Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles
* Experience producing engineering calculations and technical reports
* Experience using 3D CAD software
* The ability to solve complex engineering problems using first-principles engineering approaches
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers and multidisciplinary teams
* A proactive and practical approach to engineering challenges
What's on Offer
This is an opportunity to join a respected engineering organisation working on technically challenging projects within a specialist engineering sector. The role offers a high level of technical responsibility, customer interaction and the opportunity to influence engineering solutions from concept through to delivery
This is a hands-on engineering role that would suit an experienced Mechanical Engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges, performing engineering calculations and working closely with customers and internal teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting projects from concept through to delivery, providing technical expertise across mechanical design, analysis, documentation and problem solving.
The Role
* Provide mechanical engineering support across a range of complex engineering projects
* Act as a key technical point of contact for customers and internal stakeholders
* Produce and review engineering calculations, technical documentation and reports
* Support the development and improvement of engineered products and systems
* Work closely with design, manufacturing and operational teams to ensure engineering requirements are achieved
* Identify, investigate and resolve technical and engineering challenges
* Assist with the preparation of technical procedures, proposals and engineering documentation
* Participate in project and customer meetings when required
* Maintain accurate engineering records and ensure compliance with relevant engineering standards and procedures
About You
You could come from a variety of sectors including heavy engineering, industrial equipment, manufacturing, energy, subsea, process industries, rotating equipment or other mechanically focused engineering environments.
You will likely have:
* Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
* Experience within a Mechanical Engineer or Senior Mechanical Engineer position
* Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles
* Experience producing engineering calculations and technical reports
* Experience using 3D CAD software
* The ability to solve complex engineering problems using first-principles engineering approaches
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers and multidisciplinary teams
* A proactive and practical approach to engineering challenges
What's on Offer
This is an opportunity to join a respected engineering organisation working on technically challenging projects within a specialist engineering sector. The role offers a high level of technical responsibility, customer interaction and the opportunity to influence engineering solutions from concept through to delivery