Mechanical Design Engineer – Full Time – Castleford

Catering; Castleford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Catering near Castleford is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. You will develop components and assemblies, applying robust engineering principles, and work across manufacturing processes including injection moulding, casting and machining.

You will conduct FEA, plan testing, analyse results and own design projects from concept to production, ensuring deadlines and supplier liaison.

Qualifications

• Experience with FEA and interpretation of results.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and material specifications.
• Hands-on approach to design, testing and validation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop components and assemblies using engineering principles.
• Work with injection moulding, casting, and machining processes.
• Specify tolerances and material selections for performance and manufacturability.
• Conduct FEA to validate designs and optimise performance.
• Plan and perform testing, analyse results, and drive improvements.
• Lead design projects from concept to production.
• Ensure delivery aligns with deadlines and business priorities.
• Liaise with suppliers to support development and manufacturing.

Skills

FEA

GD&T

Manufacturing processes

Tools

Creo

Windchill

D365

Fusion 360

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Castleford

PERMANENT

£45k - £53k

Our client, a large engineering business based near Castleford, have an immediate requirement to recruit a well versed Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team.

Purpose of the Role

This role is key to the development and optimisation of engineered products, requiring a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and a hands‑on approach to design, testing, and validation.

The Role will involve

• Design and develop components and assemblies using robust engineering principles
• Work with manufacturing methods including injection moulding, casting, and machined components
• Specify and manage tolerances and material selections to ensure performance and manufacturability
• Conduct Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to validate and optimise designs
• Plan and carry out testing, analyse results, and drive continuous improvement
• Take full ownership of design projects from concept through to production
• Ensure work is delivered in line with project deadlines and business priorities
• Liaise with suppliers to support design development and manufacturing processes
• Maintain accurate documentation within company systems

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of injection moulding, casting, and machining processes
• Good understanding of tolerancing (e.g. GD&T) and material specifications
• Experience with FEA tools and analysis
• Proven ability to conduct testing and interpret results

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Creo (3D CAD)
• Experience using Windchill (PLM system)
• Familiarity with D365 (Dynamics 365)
• Experience with Autodesk Fusion (Fusion 360)

This is a permanent role where you will be expected to work regular office hours ( some flex).

In return you can expect a salary upto £45k - £53k plus additional bonus's.

Salary: £45000 - £53000/annum

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Castleford, City and Borough of Wakefield