Senior Mechanical Engineer - Newcastle - EV / Automotive - £50k - £60kEVEREC Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United KingdomSenior Mechanical Engineer - Newcastle - EV / Automotive - £50k - £60kEVEREC Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United KingdomGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.This range is provided by EVEREC. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay rangeDirect message the job poster from EVERECRecruitment Consultant at EVEREC - Specialist in Motorsport and Automotive EV Recruitment across the UK, US and Europe ️Senior Mechanical Engineer – Newcastle – EV / AutomotiveThe Company:A cutting-edge technology company based in Newcastle, developing intelligent and efficient electric propulsion systems for the next generation of sustainable vehicles and machinery. Their innovations in electric motor and gearbox integration are driving significant advances across commercial, industrial, and off-highway mobility platforms.The Role:The Senior Mechanical Engineer will be a key member of the engineering team, responsible for the design and development of complex rotating machinery and drivetrain components. Reporting into the Lead Engineer, you’ll focus on core areas such as gearbox design, motor integration, shaft/spline interface development, and overall system optimisation for performance and reliability. This is a highly technical, hands-on role supporting the full product lifecycle from concept through to production.Role: Senior Mechanical EngineerLocation: NewcastleHybrid Working: 3 days onsite / 2 days remoteKey Responsibilities:Design and develop mechanical systems for electric drive units, with focus on rotating machinery, gearboxes, and spline shaft interfaces.Perform and review mechanical calculations, stress analysis, and tolerance stack-ups.Generate detailed 3D CAD models and fully toleranced drawings to industry standards.Carry out mechanical FEA using ANSYS or similar tools to support structural and fatigue analysis.Evaluate new materials and manufacturing methods to enhance product durability and efficiency.Support the transition of designs into production including BOM creation, test plan coordination, and supplier liaison.Participate in design reviews, DFMEAs, and validation planning.Ensure compliance with relevant industry and internal quality standards.Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, controls, and manufacturing teams.Key Skills & Experience:Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or related field.Strong background in mechanical design of rotating machinery – e.g., electric motors, gearboxes, or transmission systems.Proven experience with spline shaft design, tolerancing, and mechanical jointing.Proficiency in SolidWorks (or similar) for 3D modelling and drawing creation.Experienced in mechanical FEA (preferably ANSYS) including structural and dynamic analysis.Solid understanding of design for manufacture, reliability, and cost optimisation.Familiar with industry standards and compliance requirements for mechanical systems.Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work on complex, high-integrity designs.If this sounds of interest, please apply on LinkedIn or contact dan.avila@everec.co.uk directly for a confidential discussion.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionEngineering and DesignIndustriesMotor Vehicle ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at EVEREC by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Mechanical Engineer” roles.Newton Aycliffe, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoCramlington, England, United Kingdom 2 days agoRiding Mill, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoRegister your Interest for opportunities in Mechanical EngineeringNewcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 2 days agoSunderland, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoCareer Opportunities in the Water Sector - Mechanical Engineer | Expression of InterestNewcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoNewcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoAshington, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoNorthumberland, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoPeterlee, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoHoughton-Le-Spring, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoNewcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 2 days agoNewcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 1 month agoNewcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 2 months agoHoughton-Le-Spring, England, United Kingdom 1 day agoNewcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoSunderland, England, United Kingdom 4 days agoGuide Post, England, United Kingdom 1 day agoGateshead, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoNewcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 1 month agoHebburn, England, United Kingdom 1 month agoNewcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoR&D / Process Development Engineer (ATG)Ashington, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoNewcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 2 months agoNewcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 2 days agoNewcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoHebburn, England, United Kingdom 1 month agoWashington, England, United Kingdom £45,000.00-£54,000.00 1 month agoGateshead, England, United Kingdom 1 month agoMechanical Design Engineer (Building Services)Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoNorth Shields, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoNewcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom 4 hours agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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