Mechanical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Wirral; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic engineering project team is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their North West operations. In this hands-on role, you will provide mechanical solutions from design to installation, support manufacturing equipment, and improve operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have strong problem-solving skills and experience in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a salary of £40,000–£50,000 along with comprehensive benefits including holiday and training.

Benefits

Gym membership

Company pension scheme

23 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Solid understanding of design principles and technical drawings.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical solutions from design through to installation.
• Support and maintain manufacturing equipment.
• Repair and overhaul motors, pumps, valves, and shafts.

Skills

Problem-solving

Bench fitting

Machining

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Time-served or apprentice-trained mechanical or electrical engineer

Tools

CAD

Job description

Job Description

Mechanical Engineer – £40,000–£50,000

Location: North West (primarily Wirral, with travel to other sites)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About Us

Concept Projects Group is a fast-moving, forward-thinking engineering project team working across FMCG, construction, food production, and pharmaceutical industries. We pride ourselves on delivering innovative, high-quality solutions for our blue-chip clients.

The Role

We’re seeking a proactive and motivated Mechanical Engineer to support a range of exciting projects across multiple industrial sites in the North West. You’ll be involved from concept to completion—designing, developing, installing, and maintaining machinery, systems, and processes to solve real-world challenges and improve operational efficiency.

This is a hands-on, varied role where no two days are the same. You’ll need to be comfortable working on-site, adapting quickly to changing priorities, and delivering work to the highest professional standards.

What You’ll Do

• Provide mechanical solutions from design through to installation.
• Support and maintain manufacturing equipment—particularly in FMCG and pharmaceutical environments.
• Repair and overhaul motors, pumps, valves, bearings, and shafts.
• Modify and improve existing machinery and manufacturing lines.
• Work with utilities (compressed air, steam, water) and adapt piping systems.
• Fabricate, fit, and assemble components to technical drawings.
• Operate fabrication tools and plant equipment (training/licences provided if needed).
• Offer engineering expertise to our project management team.

What We’re Looking For

• Time-served or apprentice-trained mechanical or electrical engineer.
• Experience in a similar role, ideally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong bench fitting and machining skills.
• Solid understanding of design principles, materials, and technical drawings (CAD).
• Skilled in problem-solving, RCA, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, meeting tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in a client-facing role.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills for reports and spreadsheets.

Desirable but not essential:

• Experience working at height (MEWP/Scissor Lift).
• Background in blue-chip manufacturing.
• IOSH certification.

What We Offer

• £40,000–£50,000 salary (depending on experience).
• 23 days holiday + Bank Holidays (rising to 25 days after probation).
• Company pension scheme.
• Regular training and professional development.
• Inclusive employee benefits, including gym membership.

If you’re a problem-solver with hands-on skills, pride in your work, and a passion for engineering excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and join a team where your expertise makes a real difference.