Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Hunter Selection; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy based in Manchester is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead design projects for bespoke machinery used in the FMCG sector. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in machinery design, strong SolidWorks skills, and supervisory experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of £55,000 – £60,000 per annum and is critical for supporting the company's continued growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing machinery for FMCG applications.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks for both 2D and 3D design.
• Supervisory or team-leading experience within a design/engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Lead design projects from concept to completion.
• Manage multiple bespoke design projects.
• Liaise with clients and production for project delivery.

Skills

Designing machinery for the FMCG industry

SolidWorks proficiency (2D & 3D)

Supervisory experience

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

SENIOR MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER

Manchester

55,000 – 60,000 per annum

Mon–Thurs 8am–5pm, Fri 8am–2–30pm (40hours)

Full–Time, Permanent

Working for a well–established and growing Engineering company based in Manchester, specialising in the design and manufacture of bespoke machinery for the FMCG sector. Their innovative approach and commitment to quality have earned them a strong reputation in the industry.

As they continue to expand, they are looking to recruit a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their talented engineering team.

The Role

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and development of machinery used in FMCG applications. You will lead design projects from concept to completion, oversee junior engineers, and ensure that all solutions meet client specifications and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex machinery for FMCG applications using SolidWorks (2D & 3D)
• Lead design projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to technical specifications
• Management of multiple bespoke design projects
• Provide supervisory support and mentorship to junior design engineers
• Liaise with clients, production, and other departments to ensure smooth project delivery
• Produce detailed technical drawings, BOMs, and documentation
• Support continuous improvement and R&D initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience designing machinery for the FMCG industry
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks for both 2D and 3D design
• Supervisory or team–leading experience within a design/engineering team
• Excellent problem–solving skills and a proactive mindset
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross–functionally
• Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (preferred)

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

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