Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Zenovo; Stockport; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Zenovo in Stockport is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to own projects from concept to installation. You will design HVAC systems, ductwork, and steelwork, and liaise with clients to capture requirements and conduct site surveys.

You will produce detailed drawings using SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor and collaborate with Sales and Projects to ensure successful delivery. A hands-on, proactive engineer with strong DFMA knowledge is preferred.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical design engineering experience.
• Experience designing HVAC systems, ductwork, pipework and steelwork.
• Proficient in SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor to produce detailed drawings.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed mechanical designs and drawings using SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor.
• Design and develop HVAC systems, ductwork, pipework and steelwork.
• Take projects from initial concept through to detailed design, fabrication and installation.
• Work directly with customers to understand requirements, carry out site surveys and develop practical technical solutions.
• Collaborate with Sales and Projects to support engineering design and project delivery.
• Prepare, review and contribute to technical documentation, including FDF and ERS documents.
• Interpret engineering schematics and project documentation.
• Contribute to product development and R&D.
• Provide technical support during fabrication and installation and resolve design issues.
• Travel to customer sites for surveys and project support.

Skills

Mechanical design engineering

HVAC design

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

Site surveys

Client collaboration

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Stockport

Salary: Up to £60k (DOE)

We're looking for a hands-on, driven, Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to support and develop mechanical design, engineering, and product development. This is an opportunity for an ambitious Design Engineer to take ownership of projects from initial concept through to detailed design, fabrication, and installation, while contributing to product development and R&D.

You'll work closely within a multidisciplinary team to turn ideas and technical requirements into practical, engineered solutions. You'll play a key role in developing designs, carrying out site surveys, working directly with clients, and ensuring solutions are ready for manufacture and installation.

About the Role

• Produce detailed mechanical designs and engineering drawings using SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor.
• Design and develop HVAC systems, ductwork, pipework and associated steelwork.
• Take projects from initial concept and customer requirements through to detailed design, engineering approval, fabrication, and installation.
• Work directly with customers to understand their requirements, carry out site surveys and develop practical technical solutions.
• Work closely with Sales and Projects, supporting the engineering design and project delivery process.
• Prepare, review and contribute to technical documentation, including FDF and ERS documents.
• Interpret engineering schematics, technical drawings and associated project documentation.
• Contribute to product development, research and development (R&D), design improvements and the development of new engineering solutions.
• Provide practical technical support during fabrication and installation, resolving design issues as they arise.
• Travel to customer sites to undertake surveys, discuss requirements, and support projects when required.

About You

• HNC, HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design or a related discipline, or an equivalent engineering apprenticeship and practical experience.
• Proven experience in mechanical design engineering, ideally within a hands-on, project-based engineering environment.
• Essential experience designing HVAC systems, ductwork, pipework and steelwork.
• Proficient in SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor, with the ability to produce detailed engineering drawings.
• Experience taking designs from initial concept through to manufacture, fabrication or installation.
• Experience carrying out site surveys, gathering technical information and working directly with customers.
• Confident communicating technical concepts and developing solutions in collaboration with clients and internal teams.
• Knowledge of engineering schematics and the ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Familiarity with FDF and ERS documentation.
• A strong understanding of manufacturing and fabrication processes, design for manufacture and practical engineering principles.
• A proactive, hands-on approach, with the motivation to take ownership of projects and see designs through to completion.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites when required.

Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role.