Balltec designs, manufactures and tests high integrity mechanical connectors for critical applications in the global renewable energy and oil and gas sectors. The engineering team creates technical solutions for the transfer of load in moorings, lifting components and subsea cable connections. As a member company of Venterra Group, Balltec is working at the forefront of the global energy transition, supplying engineering solutions to the offshore wind and the emerging floating wind markets. As a company, Balltec is targeting significant growth to provide even more effective support for our clients in this industry. The Mechanical Design Engineer will work alongside other engineers and internal company personnel to engineer final design solutions, develop conceptual designs, support existing products and perform testing/analysis of new and existing products. Produce 3D models and manufacturing drawings using Autodesk Inventor. Perform design calculations with MathCAD Prime and apply engineering principles. Support R&D by generating concepts for new mechanical tools and lifting/mooring connectors. Conduct feasibility studies, brainstorming, and develop prototypes for proof-of-concept. Carry out stress analysis, FEA, fatigue assessments, and design validation for offshore/heavy industry. Report technical issues to the Engineering Manager. Oversee prototype build/testing, analyse workshop trial data, and refine designs. Interface with other departments. Support sales, promote the company, and uphold Balltec Quality & HSE Procedures and policies. Minimum HND in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering or a related subject (required). Minimum 4 years’ experience in a related field (required) Experience in the one of the following fields (desired): Research & development of mechanical products (concept to new product introduction) Hydraulic system design Materials and welding Good IT skills, e.g. Microsoft Office applications (required). Good written and verbal communication skills (required). Full UK driving license (preferred, not required).