Design Engineer – Mechanical / Machined Components
Stockport | Up to £50,000 + Benefits
Are you a mechanically minded Design Engineer with a passion for precision engineering and product development?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading manufacturer supplying engineered products to global industrial markets — where quality, reliability and innovation are at the core of everything they do.
The Role
You’ll join a close-knit engineering team responsible for designing and developing mechanical components and assemblies — from concept through to manufacture. Working with CNC-machined parts, enclosures and precision fittings, you’ll turn ideas into robust, cost-effective, production-ready designs.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and develop mechanical designs and 3D models using CAD software
- Produce detailed manufacturing drawings, BOMs and documentation
- Work closely with manufacturing and suppliers to ensure designs are optimised for machining and assembly
- Support prototype builds, testing and product validation
- Drive continuous improvement of existing designs for performance and cost
- Collaborate cross-functionally with production, quality and procurement
About You
- Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
- Solid experience designing machined components and assemblies
- Proficient with CAD (SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo or similar)
- Strong understanding of materials, tolerancing and manufacturing processes (CNC, turning, milling)
- Hands-on approach with an eye for detail and problem-solving
- Confident communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment
What’s on Offer
- Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience
- Stable, long-established manufacturer with global reach
- Genuine technical ownership and autonomy
- Professional development and progression opportunities
If you’re ready to design products that make a difference in challenging industrial environments, apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat.
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