Mechanical engineers and the Skilled Worker route
Mechanical engineers (SOC 2122) is an occupation on the UK's Skilled Worker eligible list, which means employers with a sponsor licence can sponsor workers in this role when the job meets the salary and skill requirements for the route. The published going rate for this occupation is £46,800 a year or £24 an hour; the salary offered must also meet the general Skilled Worker threshold, whichever is higher.
Use the salary calculator to check thresholds for your circumstances, or read the full mechanical engineers occupation guide.
7 recent job listings
These roles are advertised by employers that hold a Skilled Worker sponsor licence. A licence means the employer can sponsor workers — it does not mean this particular vacancy is open to sponsorship. Always confirm with the employer before applying.
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Rullion Ltd · Hensingham · From £55,902 · Posted 25 Aug 2026
Eligible occupation (SOC 2122)40/100Lecturer in Motorsport Engineering
Wiltshire College & University Centre · Monkton Park · Up to £29,294 · Posted 24 Aug 2026
Eligible occupation (SOC 2122)Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Chroma Recruitment Limited · Shipley · From £70,000 · Posted 24 Aug 2026
Eligible occupation (SOC 2122)48/100Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Chroma Recruitment Limited · Five Lane Ends · £60,000–£70,000 · Posted 24 Aug 2026
Eligible occupation (SOC 2122)48/100R&D (Research & Development) Mechanical Engineer
Weatherford UK Limited · Aberdeen · From £45,770 · Posted 23 Aug 2026
Eligible occupation (SOC 2122)Senior Mechanical Engineer
James Fisher and Sons plc · Elrick · From £48,220 · Posted 23 Aug 2026
Eligible occupation (SOC 2122)Mechanical Engineer
Pennon Group · Greenbank · From £40,000 · Posted 23 Aug 2026
Eligible occupation (SOC 2122)58/100