Mechanical Design Engineer

ES Recruit; Nelson; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £42k

24 days holidays + Bank Holidays

Matched pension up to 6.5%

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

ES Recruit is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for a leading engineering company in the Special Purpose Machinery sector. You will drive conceptual design through to production, creating detailed 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings while collaborating with production to ensure feasibility and safety compliance.

The role emphasizes hands-on machinery design, strong CAD skills, and a proactive approach within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Experience in machinery design and manufacturing is essential.
• Strong CAD skills and hands-on design experience are required.
• Ability to produce detailed manufacturing drawings and BOMs.

Responsibilities

• Develop new design concepts and create detailed manufacturing drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Manage projects from concept through to completion, including customer site evaluations.
• Collaborate closely with the production team to meet customer requirements and ensure manufacturing feasibility.
• Refine existing designs to comply with Health & Safety standards.
• Produce comprehensive technical documentation, including BOMs, user manuals, and operating instructions.

Skills

CAD

Mechanical design

3D modeling

Project management

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity to join a leading engineering company renowned for designing and manufacturing high-quality special purpose machinery for the food, industrial, chemical, and pharmaceutical sectors. With a rich history of over 80 years and a reputation for excellence, this company provides exceptional after-sales service, ensuring customer satisfaction.

The role would be suitable for a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to the continuous innovation of their machinery, from initial concept to final production. You will be a motivated Mechanical Design Engineer with some experience in the machinery design and manufacturing industry. If you possess strong CAD skills, hands-on experience in machinery design, and a passion for developing innovative solutions within a dynamic team environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop new design concepts and create detailed manufacturing drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Manage projects from concept through to completion, including customer site evaluations.
• Collaborate closely with the production team to meet customer requirements and ensure manufacturing feasibility.
• Refine existing designs to comply with industry Health & Safety standards.
• Produce comprehensive technical documentation, including BOMs, user manuals, and operating instructions.

• salary of up to £42k
• 24 days holidays + Bank Holidays
• matched pension up to 6.5%
• discretionary annual bonus

So if you’re looking for a role that matches your ambition for a growing firm in the Special Purpose Machinery industry.