Project Engineer - Mechanical Design

OverviewReferenceProjDesSalary45,000 - 50,000/annumJob Location- United Kingdom -- England -- East Midlands -- Northamptonshire -- Kettering Job TypePermanentPosted29 September 2026Job role: Project Engineer – Mechanical Design Salary: 45,000-50,000 per annum Location: Desborough, Northamptonshire Hours: Mon to Thu, Fridays Job Type: Full Time, PermanentThe Company: Interaction Technical have partnered with a market leading manufacturer of waste management equipment on their search for experienced project/design engineers to join their growing team. Our client are well-established within their industry and have reached a stage of exponential growth where they are growing their projects department.The Benefits:45,000-50,000 salary dependent on experience32 days holiday inclusive of bank holidaysCompany pension schemeMedical SchemeOn-site parkingClean working environmentOngoing commitment to training and developmentThe Role: Produce detailed 3D and 2D drawings and specifications using the SolidWorks and AutoCAD packages to produce company products (conveyors, structural steel and ancillary equipment) for brand new projects within the business.Liaise with the sales and projects departments to ensure that all projects and plans are within budget and are cost-effective.Review and improve existing designs within the business, visiting customer sites where required to see the product you designed once it has been installed to ensure it is working efficiently and effectively.To lead projects effectively, providing engineering support to all departments within the projects, mentoring and training other members of staff where required.Carry out cost analysis activities within new projects to ensure that all projects carried out are cost-effective.Produce documentation where required and follow all company legislation and Health & Safety procedures.The Requirements:Previous experience as a project engineer within the structural steel industry or similar industries (essential)Proven ability to read and create technical drawings and specifications (essential)Knowledge of the SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD CAD packages to produce detailed engineering drawing and specifications (advantageous)Previous experience working in and around sheet metal and fabrication (advantageous)Relevant qualifications within design engineering (advantageous)Team playerInteraction Recruitment have specialist consultants across the majority of industries within the UK, including but not limited to, Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support. For more information regarding the position or to discuss any other opportunities, you can reach Julius on or Thank you for taking the time, we hope to speak in the near future.INDTE

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