Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

JMT Engineering Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Lancashire. This role involves working on innovative engineering solutions throughout the full product lifecycle, including design, prototyping, and testing. Candidates should have solid experience in mechanical design, proficiency in CAD software, and a strong engineering background.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on global, high–impact projects

Supportive and innovative engineering team

Career progression and continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical design within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of fabrication methods and design standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems.
• Produce 3D CAD models and assembly drawings.
• Support design validation through testing and data analysis.

Skills

CAD software

Mechanical design

Materials selection

Design for manufacture

Education

Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Lancashire
GBP45,000 – GBP50,000

Special Purpose Machinery

Are you a creative and detail–driven Mechanical Design Engineer looking to make a real–world impact through innovative engineering solutions?

The company are a global leaders in their field and continue to expand and grow.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work on global, high–impact projects.
• A supportive and innovative engineering team.
• Career progression and continuous professional development.

Role Overview:

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be at the heart of the product development team, contributing to the full lifecycle of our systems from concept and design through to prototyping, testing, and production. Your ideas will help drive efficiency, sustainability, and performance across our product range.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems.
• Produce 3D CAD models, assembly drawings, and detailed manufacturing documentation.
• Work cross–functionally with production, electrical, and R&D teams to ensure design feasibility and manufacturability.
• Support design validation through testing, prototyping, and data analysis.
• Apply FEA, DFMA, and other engineering tools to ensure robust and cost–effective designs.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, including environmental and safety regulations.

Requirements:

• Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in mechanical design within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Knowledge of materials selection, fabrication methods, and design for manufacture.