Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Global Draw Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Hybrid working (4 days in office)

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions

Job summary

Light & Wonder is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop mechanical components and production equipment for gaming hardware. You will create detailed drawings, BOMs, and engineering documentation while supporting products through the full lifecycle from concept to production launch.

The role requires strong SolidWorks skills, experience with tooling and fixtures, and collaboration with manufacturing teams to deliver cost-effective manufacturing solutions.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• SolidWorks experience with part modelling, assemblies, and BOM management.
• Experience designing tooling, fixtures, jigs, and production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and production equipment using SolidWorks.
• Create detailed drawings, BOMs and engineering documentation.
• Support products through lifecycle from concept to production launch and ongoing support.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and suppliers to deliver cost-effective solutions.
• Perform tolerance analysis and design reviews.

Skills

SolidWorks

BOM management

GD&T

DFM

Lean Manufacturing

PLM

Sheet metal design

NPI support

Engineering change

Cross-functional

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Agile PLM

Job description

Gaming: Welcome to the world of land-based gaming.

At Light & Wonder, it's all about the games, and our Gaming team builds cutting-edge technology, products, and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe.

Position Summary

At Light & Wonder, we create the world's most exciting gaming experiences. Behind every game cabinet is a team of talented engineers turning bold ideas into market-leading products that entertain players across the globe.

What You'll Do

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, tooling, fixtures, jigs, and production equipment using SolidWorks.
• Create detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and engineering documentation.
• Develop sheet metal, machined, fabricated, and plastic components for production applications.
• Support products throughout the full lifecycle, from concept and development through to production launch and ongoing support.
• Manage engineering data and change control activities within Agile PLM, ensuring accurate configuration management.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and collaborate with manufacturing teams to resolve production issues and implement design improvements.
• Conduct engineering calculations, tolerance analysis, design reviews, and validation activities.
• Work with suppliers and sourcing teams to deliver cost-effective manufacturing solutions.
• Investigate product and process issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, reliability, efficiency, manufacturability, and cost reduction.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards, customer requirements, and internal engineering processes.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong SolidWorks capability, including part modelling, assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and BOM management.
• Experience designing tooling, fixtures, jigs, production equipment, and complex mechanical assemblies.
• Practical knowledge of sheet metal design, fabrication, machining processes, assembly techniques, and Design for Manufacture principles.
• Familiarity with Agile PLM or similar Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, tolerancing, and GD&T.
• Ability to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and deliver practical engineering solutions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on quality, continuous improvement, and delivering results.
• Desirable Experience with Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA).
• FEA or simulation experience.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Experience managing Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Experience working with suppliers and contract manufacturers.
• Project management or technical leadership experience.

Qualifications

Degree, HNC, or HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

How You'll Grow

Expand your involvement in product development from concept generation through to production launch. Influence the design of next-generation gaming technology. Build your career within a global organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Working Model

This role is based at our Chadderton office and follows a 4-day-per-week onsite working model. We believe that regular in-person collaboration helps drive innovation, strengthens teamwork, and enables our engineers to create the exceptional products we’re known for.

What can we offer you?

• Annual performance bonus
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working (4 days in the office)Up to 8% employer pension contributions
• Private medical insurance
• Remote GP access
• 1 day off for charitable work
• 1 day off for your birthday or personal celebration
• Half Day for Health (dedicated time for your wellbeing)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Reward platform with cycle-to-work scheme and discounts/cashback
• Elective benefits (Tastecard, travel, dental, Give As You Earn)
• Study support
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Light & Wonder, Inc. is the leading cross-platform global games company. Through our three unique, yet highly complementary businesses, we deliver unforgettable experiences by combining the exceptional talents of our 7,000+ member team, with a deep understanding of our customers and players. We create immersive content that forges lasting connections with players, wherever they choose to engage. At Light & Wonder, it's all about the games. The Company is committed to the highest standards of integrity, from promoting player responsibility to implementing sustainable practices. To review our applicant data use practices, please visit: https://explore.lnw.com/careers/data-privacy/