Design Engineer - Mechanical Machined Components

H9 Technical; Stockport; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Stockport is looking for a Design Engineer to join their engineering team. The successful candidate will create and develop mechanical designs, producing manufacturing drawings and documentation while collaborating closely with production and suppliers. A degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field and solid experience in designing machined components are essential. The role offers a salary up to £50,000, along with professional development opportunities and genuine autonomy.

Benefits

Salary up to £50,000

Professional development and progression opportunities

Stable, long-established manufacturer

Qualifications

• Solid experience designing machined components and assemblies.
• Strong understanding of materials, tolerancing and manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on approach with an eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop mechanical designs using CAD software.
• Produce detailed manufacturing drawings and documentation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with production and quality teams.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D modeling

CAD software proficiency

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Creo

Job description

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.