Reference: 4843725Job ID: 5424448Posted: 2026-11-11Closing date: 2027-02-09Location: LancashireSalary: 45,000 - 55,000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Engineering / Mechanical EngineeringCompany: HaysConsultant: Alex MellorHays office: Liverpool — Part 2nd Floor, 5 St Paul's Square,Phone: 01512391296Email: Alex.
Mellor@hays.comSenior Mechanical Design EngineerLocation: Lancashire
Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 DOE
Job Type: PermanentI'm currently recruiting for an established engineering and manufacturing business looking to appoint a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to strengthen its engineering team.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer who enjoys taking ownership of projects and designing bespoke machinery and automated equipment from concept through to manufacture and installation.
The RoleYou'll be responsible for: Designing bespoke mechanical machinery and equipment using 3D CADProducing detailed manufacturing drawings, assemblies and BOMsDeveloping designs from initial concept through to manufactureWorking closely with manufacturing, fabrication and assembly teamsCarrying out design calculations and selecting appropriate componentsSupporting projects through build, testing and commissioningProviding technical input and guidance to other engineersIdentifying opportunities to improve existing machinery and designsWhat We're Looking ForIdeally, you'll have: Strong Mechanical Design Engineering experience within manufacturing, machinery or automationExperience designing special-purpose machinery, automated equipment, conveyors, processing or packaging machineryStrong 3D CAD capabilityGood understanding of fabrication, machining and manufacturing processesExperience taking mechanical designs from concept through to productionAbility to work independently and manage multiple engineering projectsHNC/HND/Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical EngineeringWhy Apply?
This is an opportunity to join a well-established engineering business where you'll work on bespoke, technically interesting machinery rather than repetitive product design. #4843725 - Alex Mellor
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