Mechanical Design Engineer

Russell Taylor Group Ltd; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to customize product designs and manage engineering change processes. This role involves creating CAD models, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating with teams. Ideal candidates have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and 2-3 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years in a design engineering role.
• Proficient in CAD software.
• Project management certification would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Modify existing designs based on customer requirements.
• Create and update 2D/3D CAD models and technical drawings.
• Lead and implement engineering change processes.

Skills

Technical drawing interpretation

Effective communication

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Role: Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Speke
Type: Permanent
Shifts: Days/Flexible with start and finish times

Mechanical Design Engineer – Exciting Opportunity with a Growing Business

Russell Taylor Group are seeking a Design Engineer to customise and adapt product designs to meet customer specifications.

This role includes the management of engineering change processes, maintenance of design documentation, and adherence to applicable standards and regulations. The position requires close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of high–quality, compliant, and manufacturable solutions, while also promoting continuous improvement across design and production workflows.

The Role:

• Modify existing designs based on customer requirements
• Create and update 2D/3D CAD models and technical drawings
• Lead and implement ECNs/ECCs with accurate documentation
• Maintain compliance with CE, UKCA, ATEX, ISO 9001, and other directives
• Participate in design reviews, failure analysis, and process improvements
• Liaise with sales, production, quality, and procurement teams
• Occasional UK and international travel for technical support

The candidate:

• 2–3 years in a design engineering role
• Proficient in CAD software
• Strong technical drawing interpretation
• Effective communicator with internal and external stakeholders
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Project management certification would be advantageous

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