Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Special Purpose Machinery
Location: Manchester, On-site
Salary: £40,000 - £48,000
Job type: Permanent, full-time

Design Equipment That Gets Built, Installed and Put to Work

An established engineering specialist is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to develop complex fabricated equipment, machined components and mechanical assemblies for demanding industrial environments.

This is a hands-on, manufacturing-led design role covering the full engineering lifecycle—from initial concept and site measurements through to detailed manufacturing drawings, fabrication, assembly and installation support.

You will work closely with an experienced workshop and manufacturing team, ensuring every design is practical, cost-effective and ready to manufacture.

The Role
As Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will take ownership of technically challenging projects involving fabricated structures, sheet metal components, precision-machined parts and special-purpose mechanical equipment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing mechanical equipment and assemblies from concept through to manufacture.
• Producing professional 3D models and detailed 2D manufacturing drawings using Solid Work...