Job type
PermanentLocation
WarringtonWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Mechanical EngineeringIndustry
EngineeringPay
£45,000 - £55,000
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Specialist Machinery Manufacturing
Your new company
A well-established manufacturer of bespoke industrial machinery, supplying high-performance equipment to leading manufacturers worldwide. With a newly launched Design Centre, the business is expanding its engineering capabilities and investing in innovation.
A well-established manufacturer of bespoke industrial machinery, supplying high-performance equipment to leading manufacturers worldwide. With a newly launched Design Centre, the business is expanding its engineering capabilities and investing in innovation.
Your new role
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will lead the development of custom-built machinery within specialist manufacturing. You’ll be responsible for signing new machines and improving existing systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams across the UK and internationally. The role includes project leadership, technical problem-solving, and occasional site visits for testing and support. You will have the opportunity to visit sites abroad should you wish to take that opportunity.
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will lead the development of custom-built machinery within specialist manufacturing. You’ll be responsible for signing new machines and improving existing systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams across the UK and internationally. The role includes project leadership, technical problem-solving, and occasional site visits for testing and support. You will have the opportunity to visit sites abroad should you wish to take that opportunity.
What you'll need to succeed
You’ll have a strong mechanical engineering background, ideally from the machine-building or sector. However, there is ample training provided for the role, so if you are an experienced Design Engineer with 8+ years of experience, you will be able to learn the systems. You should be proficient in Solidworks or similar 3D CAD software and familiar with sheet metal, structural frameworks, and large assemblies. Leadership experience, project planning skills, and the ability to work to deadlines are essential.
You’ll have a strong mechanical engineering background, ideally from the machine-building or sector. However, there is ample training provided for the role, so if you are an experienced Design Engineer with 8+ years of experience, you will be able to learn the systems. You should be proficient in Solidworks or similar 3D CAD software and familiar with sheet metal, structural frameworks, and large assemblies. Leadership experience, project planning skills, and the ability to work to deadlines are essential.
Additional desirable skills include:
- Understanding of machine safety standards and tolerancing
- AutoCAD experience for layout work
- Engineering calculations and Excel proficiency
- FEA and CFD simulation experience
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary between £45,000 - £55,000
- Competitive Pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Opportunities for travel and professional development
What you need to do now
If you're an experienced mechanical design engineer looking to take the next step in your career, apply today or get in touch to learn more about this opportunity. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
If you're an experienced mechanical design engineer looking to take the next step in your career, apply today or get in touch to learn more about this opportunity. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
