Lead Mechanical Engineer

Jackson Hogg Ltd; Blyth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative engineering business in the UK is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and development of complex engineered products. This role requires strong experience in mechanical design of multi-part systems and advanced CAD capabilities. The successful candidate will manage the complete design lifecycle from concept to validation, providing technical leadership and working closely with diverse teams. This offers an excellent opportunity for autonomy and progression within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on engineered products

High level of autonomy

Collaborative engineering environment

Qualifications

• Strong experience in mechanical or product design of multi-part equipment.
• Proven involvement across the full product development lifecycle.
• Advanced 3D CAD capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design process for complex assemblies and systems.
• Translate product requirements into mechanical solutions.
• Manage CAD models, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Support prototype build, test, verification, and design iteration.

Skills

Mechanical or product design experience

3D CAD capability (SolidWorks, Creo, etc.)

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Job description

Lead Mechanical Engineer

We are working with an innovative engineering business seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in leading and owning the design and development of complex, multi-part engineered equipment.

This role will suit an engineer who has worked through the full design lifecycle, from concept and requirements capture through to detailed design, validation, manufacture, and in-service support. It is also an opportunity to have sole ownership of the product’s development and build a team over time.

The Role

You will act as the technical lead on mechanical design activities, working closely with cross-functional teams including electronics, manufacturing, supply chain, and project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the end-to-end mechanical design process for complex assemblies and systems
• Translating product requirements into robust mechanical solutions
• Ownership of concept generation, detailed design, tolerancing, and design for manufacture (DFM/DFA)
• Managing and reviewing CAD models, drawings, and technical documentation
• Supporting prototype build, test, verification, and design iteration
• Providing technical leadership, mentoring, and design authority within the team
• Liaising with internal stakeholders and external suppliers throughout the development cycle
• Supporting continuous improvement of design standards, tools, and processes

Required Experience & Skills

• Strong experience in mechanical or product design of multi-part equipment or systems
• Proven involvement across the full product development lifecycle
• Advanced 3D CAD capability (e.g. SolidWorks, Creo, Catia, NX or similar)
• Experience designing assemblies with multiple interfaces, tolerances, and moving parts
• Understanding of manufacturing processes (machining, fabrication, moulding, assembly)
• Ability to balance technical detail with delivery deadlines
• Experience working in regulated, safety-critical, or performance-driven environments is advantageous

Desirable

• Experience leading projects or acting as a technical authority
• Exposure to electromechanical or mechatronic products
• Knowledge of verification & validation, testing, and design reviews
• Background in industrial equipment, special purpose machinery, or engineered products

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work on technically interesting, engineered products, not commodity design
• High level of autonomy and influence over design decisions
• Collaborative engineering environment with real scope for progression
• Long-term, stable role within a growing engineering team

If you’re an engineer who enjoys owning designs from concept to reality and working on complex mechanical systems, we’d like to hear from you.