Murray McIntosh
PermanentSenior Full Stack Engineer, AI Systems
Senior Software Engineer role building AI-powered platforms, automation and internal systems for a fast-growing technology-driven business.
Mechanical Engineering
Hire mechanical engineers in the UK
We recruit mechanical engineers for defence, marine, manufacturing, and MedTech, covering both permanent and contract roles. Our candidates have experience in mechanical design, thermal analysis, stress analysis, materials selection, HVAC systems, and manufacturing processes. Whether the project involves marine propulsion systems, defence machinery, automated manufacturing equipment, or precision medical devices, we connect you with engineers who understand both the design and practical implementation of mechanical systems.
We work with engineers proficient in SolidWorks, CATIA, Siemens NX, AutoCAD, ANSYS, and CFD tools, with knowledge of standards such as ASME, ISO 9001, and ISO 13485. This ensures the engineers we present have the technical expertise to design and optimise systems that meet regulatory and operational requirements.
Every search is customised to your technical needs, team, and project goals. By working closely with hiring managers, we identify engineers whose mechanical knowledge, software skills, and sector-specific experience allow them to contribute effectively from day one.
Mechanical engineering jobs in the UK
Live for calculations and analysis? Know your FEA from your CFD? Then we’d love to hear from you. No matter your interests or specialisms, explore fulfilling mechanical engineering roles across a variety of industries with Murray McIntosh.
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Murray McIntosh
ContractConfiguration Engineer
£32-£36 per hour
Essential Proven background within Configuration Management. Good understanding of PLM & ERP systems Either PLM background with good Engineering BOM & CAD understanding Or CAD background with good PLM understanding and experience Good knowledge of Engineering BoM structures to CM2 standards
Chris Nelson
Murray McIntosh
ContractConfiguration Engineer
£30-£36 per hour
Required experience Essential * CAD experience and understanding * BOM experience & understanding (ability to produce & edit as required) * Good understanding & experience of PLM systems Desirable * CM2 accreditation * Experience of working within the defence sector * Experience using Aras PLM or comparable PLM systems. * Clear and direct communication skills * Methodical approach to tasks with an eye for detail. * Able to take control of workload & complete tasks
Chris Nelson
Murray McIntosh
PermanentAssistant Project Manager
£38,000-£45,000 per annumManchester
Murray McIntosh are currently seeking an Assistant Project Manager to start work for a key client of ours.
Murray McIntosh
PermanentElectrical Design Engineer
£40,000-£45,000 per annumManchester
Murray McIntosh are currently seeking a Electrical Design Engineer to start work for a key client of ours.
Murray McIntosh
ContractManufacturing Engineer
£40-£50 per hourHalifax
Required experience: * Strong manufacturing engineering knowledge and experience * Ability to lead PFMEAs; incl. process mapping, risk mitigation and creation/ approval of procedures and protocols * Ability to interpret technical drawings and create/ manufacturing drawings * Create works orders and collate tech packs with accurate routings and operations * Previous experience of working in the marine, defence, MOD or military sectors is preferred * Experience and understanding of manufactur
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