Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Verto People; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in the Liverpool City Region is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer. You will lead the design of metal enclosures and assemblies using SolidWorks, mentor junior engineers, and oversee design validation. The ideal candidate has a background in sheet metal design and is degree-educated in Mechanical Engineering. The role includes a competitive salary package with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Up to £60,000 basic salary

Discretionary bonus

25 days holiday + BH

Christmas shutdown

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer / Mechanical Engineer role.
• Experience in sheet metal, metal enclosures and assembly design.
• High proficiency in SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of metal enclosures and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Create and review 3D models, detailed drawings and BOMs.
• Train and mentor junior engineers.
• Oversee design validation and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

SolidWorks

Metal components design

Welding

Sheet metal design

Fabrication or assembly design

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Overview

A Mechanical Design Engineer / Mechanical Engineer is required for a manufacturer in Liverpool.

The Mechanical Design Engineer / Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for the mechanical department, with full involvement in design and training / management of engineers.

The successful Mechanical Design Engineer / Mechanical Engineer will have experience in metal components, welding, sheet metal, metal enclosures, fabrication or assembly design and experience using SolidWorks.

Package

• Up to £60,000 basic salary
• Discretionary bonus
• 25 days holiday + BH
• Hybrid working
• Christmas shutdown

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of metal enclosures and assemblies using SolidWorks, from concept to production.
• Create and review 3D models, detailed drawings and BOMs
• Train and mentor junior engineers, providing guidance on SolidWorks best practices and design standards.
• Oversee design validation and continuous improvement of mechanical systems and documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical and electrical designs.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer / Mechanical Engineer role, ideally with a sheet metal / metal enclosures / assembly design background
• Experience using SolidWorks
• Degree educated in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• Commutable to Liverpool