Lead Design Engineer - Heavy Industrial Projects

Owen Daniels; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Owen Daniels is seeking a skilled Lead Design Engineer in Manchester to lead mechanical design for heavy industry projects, from concept through to completion. The role offers a permanent position with a salary of £45,000–£50,000 depending on experience, and a Monday to Friday pattern.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in material handling, fabrication, welding, and site installations, plus a degree in Mechanical Engineering and proven leadership abilities to mentor junior

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Lead Design Engineer or Senior Design Engineer.
• Engineering qualification such as Degree, HNC, or HND in Mechanical Engineering.
• Ideally 10 years in engineering/design environments.
• Minimum 3 years in material handling, heavy fabrication, welding or large-scale project delivery.
• Experience in Oil & Gas, Power or similar heavy engineering sectors.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to manage projects and coordinate across departments.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of mechanical projects from concept through to completion.
• Produce and review detailed drawings, models, and technical documentation.
• Oversee material handling systems, heavy fabrication, welding, and site installations.
• Support delivery of large-scale projects in Oil & Gas and Power sectors.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, production and site teams for practical design solutions.
• Ensure designs meet engineering standards, specifications and safety requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal teams to ensure project success.
• Support continuous improvement and engineering best practices.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Organisational Skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Owen Daniels is seeking a skilled Lead Design Engineer in Manchester to lead mechanical design for heavy industry projects, from concept through to completion. The role offers a permanent position with a salary of £45,000–£50,000 depending on experience, and a Monday to Friday pattern.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in material handling, fabrication, welding, and site installations, plus a degree in Mechanical Engineering and proven leadership abilities to mentor junior