Mechanical Design Engineer (Manufacturing/HVAC)

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  • Location: Peterborough, England
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Salary: £65000 - £80000 per annum
  • Published: 3 March 2026

Mechanical Design Engineer (Manufacturing/HVAC)

Peterborough, England

£70,000 – £80,000 + Progression + Training + Pension + Bonus

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer or similar, coming from a background within HVAC/Refrigeration or a related field, looking to take the next step to join a company at the very forefront of scientific innovation in the Phase Change Material Manufacturing industry?

Do you want to become a key member in a team of highly skilled sector specialists, joining a company with the ability to progress not only your knowledge but also your career exponentially through industry leading training alongside both professional and technical development?

On offer for the successful Mechanical Design Engineer or similar is the unmissable opportunity to join a well-established, highly-impressive company, at the very forefront of Phase Change Material technical innovation, working amongst a variety of industry-experts, showcasing their knowledge/products worldwide. Presenting itself is the exciting opportunity to join a close-knit, fast-growing company, leading the way with a fully funded R&D programme into Manufacturing, recognised for their premium quality service and best-in-class workmanship in every project they undertake.

In this role, the successful Mechanical Deign Engineer or similar will be responsible for working closely with a Production Chemist to prepare, update and maintain detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings alongside the production and management of Bills of Materials (BOMs) as well as specifications, keeping accurate technical documentation. On top of this, you will be responsible for conducting theoretical engineering analysis (stress, stiffness, fatigue, load path design etc..) as well as using finite element analysis (FEA) to assess design behaviour, alongside supporting calibration and performance test analysis to refine designs. Finally, you will be responsible for client, supplier, manufacturer and inter-departmental liaison to ensure a smooth manufacturing process.

The ideal Mechanical Design Engineer or similar will have previous experience with Mechanical Design/Chemical Engineer position or a related role, as well as a strong working knowledge of 3D CAD software. In addition, you will come from a background within the HVAC/Refrigeration sector and/or a related field. On top of this, you will be happy to travel both nationally and internationally on rare occasions. Finally, you will hold a full, valid UK driver’s license.

The Role:

  • Design and manufacture custom PCM HVAC systems
  • Inter-departmental liaison
  • Accurate technical documentation

The Person:

  • A background in Mechanical and/or Chemical Engineering or similar
  • Holds a degree within Engineering
  • Happy to travel

Reference: BBBH24228

Keywords: HVAC, Design, Engineer, Chemical, Phase Change, Materials, PCM, Mechanical, Mechanical Design, Training, Progression, Yaxley, Peterborough

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