Mechanical Design Engineer

Engineering @ 365 Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Manchester is seeking a Design Engineer to develop high-performance HVAC systems. The role involves creating detailed mechanical designs and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance and manufacturability of systems. Candidates should be proficient in SolidWorks or Inventor, with a background in HVAC system design. The position offers opportunities to work on varied projects, including site visits within the UK and potential for international work.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing HVAC systems, ducting, and building services.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or Inventor essential.
• Willingness to travel for site visits as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs for environmental and airflow systems.
• Perform system checks and validate design intent.
• Select mechanical and electrical components for efficiency and functionality.
• Create production drawings and assembly diagrams.
• Assist with technical documentation regarding safety.
• Support installation and commissioning activities.

Skills

Background and experience designing HVAC systems

Proficient with SolidWorks or Inventor

Flexibility to travel to site

Job description

Engineering @365 is working with an established engineering firm specialising in the design and manufacture of high-performance air handling and environmental control systems. Their equipment is used across a range of demanding industrial and technical sectors, delivering precision-engineered solutions for complex humidity and temperature management challenges.

About the role

This is a hands‑on design position that covers the full lifecycle of engineered systems, from initial concept through to production and commissioning. You will work closely with colleagues across engineering, projects, and production to turn design concepts into real‑world solutions that perform in challenging industrial environments.

You will take ownership of varied projects, ensuring every system is designed for optimum performance, reliability, and manufacturability. The role combines technical design, system integration, and practical involvement throughout project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed mechanical designs for custom‑built environmental and airflow systems using modern CAD platforms.
• Carry out system performance checks, including airflow and heat transfer calculations, to validate design intent.
• Select suitable mechanical and electrical components to achieve required system functionality and efficiency.
• Create detailed production drawings, assembly diagrams, and supporting documentation for manufacturing.
• Assist with technical documentation and compliance activities relating to safety and performance standards.
• Support on‑site installation and commissioning activities where required (predominantly UK‑based, with occasional overseas opportunities).

What we’re looking for

• Background and experience designing HVAC systems, ducting, building services etc.
• Proficient with SolidWorks or Inventor.
• Flexibility to travel to site when required, nationwide with potential for international travel.

How to apply

To apply for the Design Engineer role, please apply above or alternatively call a member of the team at Engineering @365.

Engineering @365 is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.