Mechanical Engineer

Finlay Jude Recruitment Ltd; Heywood; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Career progression

Supportive working environment

UK project exposure

Job summary

Finlay Jude Associates Ltd is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the team in Heywood. The role suits both graduates and experienced engineers aiming to progress within a specialist engineering business.

You will support design, development and delivery of mechanical projects from concept through to manufacture, installation and commissioning. Expect to work with internal teams, suppliers and customers, liaising to meet project requirements while supporting manufacturing and site activities

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical engineering knowledge and problem solving ability.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Good communication, organisational and teamwork skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Produce mechanical designs, technical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Assist with the design and development of engineered mechanical equipment and systems.
• Prepare engineering calculations, equipment specifications and material selections.
• Support project delivery from concept through to installation and commissioning.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal departments to ensure project requirements are achieved.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and installation teams.
• Participate in design reviews, testing activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure engineering solutions comply with relevant quality, safety and environmental standards.
• Attend occasional site visits to support project activities and customer requirements.

Skills

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Reading engineering drawings

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

Location: Heywood, Greater Manchester

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Office-based, standard business hours with occasional site visits

Reporting To: Engineering Manager

About The Role

Our client is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their engineering team in Heywood. This is an excellent opportunity for either a Graduate Mechanical Engineer or an experienced engineer looking to develop their career within a specialist engineering business.

The successful candidate will support the design, development and delivery of mechanical engineering projects, working closely with internal teams, suppliers and customers from concept through to manufacture, installation and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce mechanical designs, technical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Assist with the design and development of engineered mechanical equipment and systems.
• Prepare engineering calculations, equipment specifications and material selections.
• Support project delivery from concept through to installation and commissioning.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal departments to ensure project requirements are achieved.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and installation teams.
• Participate in design reviews, testing activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure engineering solutions comply with relevant quality, safety and environmental standards.
• Attend occasional site visits to support project activities and customer requirements.

Essential

Candidate Requirements

• Strong mechanical engineering knowledge and practical problem-solving ability.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Good communication, organisational and teamwork skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Motivated, enthusiastic and willing to learn.

Desirable

• Degree, HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Graduate engineers with relevant placement, internship or industrial experience are encouraged to apply.
• Experience using CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks or Inventor.
• Previous experience within manufacturing, engineering, utilities or a related technical environment.
• Knowledge of pumps, rotating equipment or hydraulic systems would be advantageous.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Company pension scheme.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Career progression within a growing engineering business.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of engineering projects across the UK.

Working Pattern

• Full-time, permanent position.
• Office-based in Heywood.
• Standard working hours and days.
• Occasional travel to customer and project sites as required.

Who Should Apply?

We are keen to speak with candidates who possess strong engineering skills and relevant experience, even if they do not meet every aspect of the specification.

This Role Would Be Particularly Suitable For

• Graduate Mechanical Engineers looking for their first industry role.
• HNC/HND qualified engineers seeking career development.
• Individuals with hands‑on mechanical engineering experience who are looking to progress within a design and project engineering environment.

Finlay Jude Associates Ltd is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.