Job Title
Mechanical Design Engineer
Location
Knowsley, Liverpool (L33)
Salary
£40,000 - £55,000 (DOE)
Shifts
Monday – Thursday 08:00 – 16:30 & Friday 08:00 – 13:30 hrs
Contract
Permanent
Company & Role
Our client is a well-established, world leading manufacturing business that works alongside high‑profile customers within the MOD, Automotive and Medical industries around the world. Through growth and investment, the company is looking to recruit an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to be responsible for the design of custom filters, and sign off other work completed by other design engineers.
Responsibilities
* Lead the mechanical design of products using SolidWorks 3D software.
* Manage designs from concept to production, ensuring engineering milestones are met on time.
* Perform analyses to ensure products are safe, reliable, and perform as intended.
* Work with production, suppliers, and other teams to make designs manufacturable and cost‑effective.
* Create detailed drawings, specifications, and bills of materials following company procedures.
* Ensure designs meet engineering standards, regulations, and customer requirements.
* Identify ways to improve designs, reduce costs, and enhance performance.
* Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and team members.
* Collaborate with clients, project managers, and stakeholders to transform requirements into solid engineering solutions.
Skills / Experience
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline preferred; HND level also considered.
* At least 5 years of proven experience in mechanical design engineering.
* Strong knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes (CNC machining, sheet metal, welding) and assembly techniques.
* Expert in CAD SolidWorks.
* Solid understanding of GD&T, DFM/DFA principles, and industry standards (ISO, ASME, BS).
* Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and decision‑making skills.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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