Mechanical Design Engineer

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Manchester

£40,000 – £50,000 (dependent on experience) + benefits

The Opportunity

Aspion Search are partnering established engineering manufacturer who looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing in-house design team based at a modern manufacturing facility in Manchester.

Due to a consistently heavy order book, with projects secured well into the summer, the business is expanding its design capability. You’ll be joining a collaborative team of around 10 Design Engineers, a mix of junior and highly experienced professionals, all working on bespoke, technically challenging products used in regulated environments.

This is a hands-on, factory-based design role where you will work closely with fabrication, manufacturing, electrical and electronics teams, seeing your designs built and refined on the shop floor.

The Business

• Engineering led designer and manufacturer operating within the healthcare, pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors
• Recently invested in state-of-the-art machinery, equipment and staff facilities
• Well established business with a strong reputation in its specialist market
• Supplies critical equipment supporting NHS and private hospitals across the UK and Europe
• Experiencing sustained growth with a strong forward order book and continued investment in innovation

The Role

The Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and development of bespoke products, from concept through to manufacture and delivery.

Responsibilities of the Mechanical Design Engineer

• Producing 3D models, detailed manufacturing drawings and bills of materials
• Working closely with fabrication and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical, efficient and buildable
• Attending design reviews and project meetings
• Supporting continuous improvement and product development initiatives
• Ensuring designs meet relevant regulatory and quality standards
• Improving existing products and contributing new ideas and forward-thinking design solutions

About the Mechanical Design Engineer

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• HNC or HND qualification in Mechanical Engineering or similar qualifications
• At least 3 year’s industry experience as a Design Engineer
• Previous experience working healthcare, pharmaceutical and industrial laboratories environments
• Strong sheet metal design experience, including flat pack and development
• Experience working in a manufacturing or fabrication led environment
• Proficiency in SolidWorks (preferred), although Inventor will also be considered
• A genuine interest in product improvement, innovation and engineering excellence

Benefits of the Mechanical Design Engineer

• Salary £40,000 – £50,000 (dependent on experience)
• Annual company bonus
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Salary sacrifice EV scheme & Nursery vouchers
• Simply Health cashback scheme
• Credit Union loans and savings schemes
• Shopping & Leisure discounts

To find out more about this opportunity or discuss how I can help you further your career, please contact:

Adele Lewis

0151 209 2050 or 07537 163611

adele.lewis@aspion.co.uk

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

29-01-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English