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.
5 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.
Lead Mechanical Designer
Posted 1dRSK Group Limited · Hillhead
From £63,000 · Meets the Skilled Worker threshold
A-rated licence · SOC 2122 · Hiring score 58
Rolls-Royce plc · Inchinnan
From £48,793 · Meets the Skilled Worker threshold
A-rated licence · SOC 2122 · Hiring score 65
Rolls-Royce plc · Inchinnan
From £60,185 · Meets the Skilled Worker threshold
A-rated licence · SOC 2122 · Hiring score 65
SAFRAN ENGINEERING SERVICES UK Ltd · Pitstone
From £82,168 · Meets the Skilled Worker threshold
A-rated licence · SOC 2122 · Hiring score 33
Mechanical Development Engineer
Posted 2dMetropolitan Police Service · London
From £48,139 · Meets the Skilled Worker threshold
A-rated licence · SOC 2122