Mechanical Design & Development Engineer

Job Title

Mechanical Design & Development Engineer

Location

Cross Lane, Bradford

About Us

Gardner Denver Transport Solutions, part of Ingersoll Rand, designs and manufactures innovative compressor and power packages for commercial vehicle systems and transport applications.

Based in Bradford, we develop products entirely in-house, from concept and engineering through machining, assembly, testing and aftermarket support.

Our solutions support bulk transport, specialised vehicle applications, onboard power generation and the growing e-mobility sector. As our markets continue to evolve, we're investing in new technologies and looking for talented engineers to help shape future products.

Job Summary

The Design Engineer is responsible for the design and development of new products, as well as the delivery of Innovation to Value (i2V) initiatives across the Ingersoll Rand Transport Solutions (IRTS) product portfolio.

The role has equal accountability for:

• Developing new products and product enhancements that meet customer, performance, quality, and regulatory requirements
• Driving engineering‑led value creation and cost reduction across existing and new products

By working across the full product lifecycle, the Design Engineer ensures that cost, manufacturability, standardisation, and customer value are embedded into designs from concept through industrialisation and into series production.

The role works closely with Product Management, Engineering, i2V Leadership, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Quality, and Operations to support IRTS growth, margin, and competitiveness objectives.

Responsibilities

Product Design & Development

• Design and develop new products, assemblies and components
• Create CAD models, manufacturing drawings, calculations and technical specifications
• Take designs from concept through validation and production release
• Apply Design for Manufacture, Assembly, Reliability and Cost principles
• Ensure products meet performance, quality and regulatory requirements

Product Improvement & Value Engineering

• Support product upgrades, cost-reduction initiatives and design optimisation projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies and technical evaluations
• Identify opportunities to improve performance, manufacturability and customer value
• Implement engineering solutions that support competitiveness and long-term product growth

Collaboration & Delivery

• Work closely with Manufacturing, Sourcing, Quality and Product Management teams
• Engage suppliers on component design and new technologies
• Support successful transfer of designs into production
• Participate in technical reviews and problem-solving activities

Qualifications

Essential

• Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent
• Experience in product development, mechanical design or value engineering
• Experience working with mechanical systems such as compressors, rotating machinery, pneumatic systems, commercial vehicles or industrial machinery
• Strong CAD and technical drawing skills, including GD&T
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor or similar 3D CAD systems
• Experience managing BOMs and working with ERP systems such as SAP
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of Lean, DFSS or continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience introducing products into manufacture
• Track record of developing commercially successful products

Key Attributes

• Practical, hands-on engineering mindset
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Effective communicator and team player
• Curious, innovative and customer-focused approach
• Self-motivated with a desire to continuously improve products and processes

Why join us

• Work on innovative transport and e-mobility technologies
• Influence products throughout their entire lifecycle from prototype to production
• Be part of a business that designs, manufactures and tests products in-house
• Join a global engineering organisation with opportunities for development and growth
• Contribute directly to the future of sustainable transport solutions

What we offer

• Competitive Salary
• Company Pension Contribution
• 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays (option to purchase up to 5 days' pro rata for part time)
• Westfield Health Medical Cover
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in Service Benefit
• Free Parking
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme (after probation period)
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• 10% of Salary in Shares (after 1 year of employment)