Mechanical Design Engineer

Role & Location

My client designs and manufactures bespoke machinery in Wigan. We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer on a permanent basis.

SALARY – £35,000 – £45,000, dependent on experience

• HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• At least 3 years’ experience in a similar Mechanical Design Engineering position
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficient using 3D CAD software such as Solid Works, Fusion 360, Inventor, etc.
• Experience in Automation, SPM, conveyors or other machinery manufacturing environments would be ideal
• Knowledge of a variety of materials – sheet metal, injection moulded plastics etc.
• Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Proficient using MS Office
• Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
• Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings
• Designing conveyors and other machinery in the Automation sector
• Liaising with manufacturing providers
• Being involved in final assessment and hand‑off to manufacturing teams