Job Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid - 4 days onsite) Salary: Up to £50k (DOE)
We’re seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join an innovative product development team, where you will play a key role in the design and development of robust electronic products. You will take technical ownership of projects from concept through to manufacture, ensuring solutions are reliable, manufacturable, and delivered within a collaborative multi-disciplinary engineering environment.
About the Role
Lead the mechanical design and development process from concept through to production
Taking ownership of technical decisions and contribute to engineering and design reviews
Designing products with consideration for manufacturability, thermal management, and long-term serviceability
Producing detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and BOMs using SolidWorks and PDM systems
Carry out structural and thermal assessments to validate product performance
Build, modify, and test prototypes to validate new concepts and designs
Work closely with electrical, production, procurement, and service teams to ensure designs meet operational and commercial requirements
Collaborate with suppliers to support product development and delivery timelines
Support and mentor junior engineers while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within engineering processes
About You
Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
At least 5 years’ experience in mechanical design engineering
Strong SolidWorks CAD experience
Excellent understanding of sheet metal design and fabrication processes
Hands-on experience assembling, modifying, and testing prototypes using workshop equipment
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with FEA, CFD, or other simulation and analysis tools
Experience using PDM systems
Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role. If interested, please send over an updated CV.