Are you a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer looking for a role where you can take real ownership of complex, technically demanding products? This is an opportunity to join a well-established specialist manufacturer based in the Manchester Area, supplying bespoke mechanical systems to critical industries across the UK and internationally.
Annual salary £45,000 – £60,000 (depending on experience)
You’ll work across the full design lifecycle — from concept and development through to detailed manufacture-ready drawings — in a collaborative engineering team with genuine variety day to day.
What you’ll be doing
3D modelling and detailed manufacturing drawings in SolidWorks
Structural calculations, stress analysis, and design validation using engineering first principles support design decisions
Concept generation and development of new mechanical products
Prototype builds, workshop involvement, and test data review
Close collaboration with manufacturing, commercial, and operations teams
Mentoring junior engineers and reviewing design output across the team
What we’re looking for
Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
6+ years’ experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer role
Strong SolidWorks skills — 3D modelling, assemblies, and technical drawings
Ability to carry out independent structural calculations and engineering analysis
FEA experience (SolidWorks Simulation or equivalent)
Right to work in the UK
The package
– 8% Company Pension Contribution
– 25 days + bank holiday
– Early finish Fridays
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