Cranleigh STEM is partnering with an innovative start-up dedicated to replacing fossil fuels and combating climate change. We want to hear from Mechanical Design Engineers who are passionate about sustainability and eager to join this rapidly growing organisation.

In this role, you will be a key player in designing and optimising our client’s hydrogen production system. You’ll have the opportunity to take full technical ownership of all aspects of their ongoing projects.

To be considered you should hold a degree in mechanical engineering and ideally possess experience with hydrogen applications and microwave processes.

We are looking for someone who can effectively manage their time, collaborate well with team members, and thrive in the dynamic environment of a startup while maintaining a structured engineering approach.

Salary: £. Competitive
Benefits: Company Pension, 25 Days Holiday + Banks, Share Options, Private Healthcare, Relocation Assistance.
Location: Sheffield
Role: Full-time, permanent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborating with the senior engineering team and other engineers to develop and test concepts for the microwave reactor and other essential sub-systems.
• Developing CHD models for containerised production systems.
• Creating general assembly drawings for the reactor and balance of plant sub-systems and integrating supplier drawings into internal files.
• Conducting mechanical stress calculations to ensure accurate specifications.
• Managing technicians in the mechanical fitting of components, including generating work instructions.
• Ensuring designs and built systems/components comply with relevant legislation and standards.
• Supporting staff in operating equipment, including fault finding, data logger analysis, and system performance evaluation.
• Assisting the engineering team in designing, specifying, and sourcing components for hydrogen generators.

Requirements:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience in an engineering design environment.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting, particularly when developing first-of-its-kind technology.
• Proficiency in relevant software packages for drawing creation and management (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).

Desirable:

• Prior experience working in a start-up environment.
• Experience in generating CE/UKCA documentation.
• Previous experience with hydrogen or other flammable gases in an ATEX/Ex environment.
• Experience with solids handling systems, particularly for moving solid particles in a high-temperature ATEX/Ex environment.

Skill Requirements:

• Strong problem-solving abilities, especially in the development of cutting-edge technology.
• Structured and organised working methods and file management.
• Pragmatic with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficient in writing concise technical documents.

If you have the required qualifications and experience, please apply, or contact me directly (phone number removed).