Mechanical Design Engineer

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Burnley

£36,000 - £40,000 (dependent on experience)

Are you looking to accelerate your engineering career with a growing engineering company?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a machinery manufacturer delivering large projects across the UK and internationally.

This is an exciting, innovative role within a business that is entering a significant growth phase. You will be joining a forward-thinking engineering team and working in a hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer position, designing machinery using SolidWorks and taking projects from concept through to build.

Why join?

• Brand-new purpose-built facility with modern offices and cutting-edge equipment
• Exposure to major engineering projects across multiple international locations
• Clear career development pathways from trainee through to lead and management roles
• Ongoing learning and training opportunities including courses and qualifications
• Growing organisation with a strong pipeline of long-term engineering projects

Responsibilities of the Mechanical Design Engineer:

• Research and concept development through to detailed design
• Taking existing designs and adapting them into new machine formats
• Modifying and improving existing equipment and machinery
• Supporting the build and development of prototypes
• Designing fabricated components and assemblies in mild steel
• Working with hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical components
• Producing detailed drawings and documentation for manufacture

Requirements of the Mechanical Design Engineer:

• Engineering qualification HNC, HND, or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Over 3 years’ experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer
• Background within heavy engineering or fabrication environments
• Strong equipment and machinery design experience
• Proficient in SolidWorks and AutoCAD, Inventor also considered
• Good understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics
• Awareness of electrical components and interfaces

Benefits of the Mechanical Design Engineer:

• Bupa Private Healthcare
• Excellent pension scheme with 4% employee and 7% company contribution
• Electric Car Scheme
• Mental Health Support
• First Aid Support & Training
• 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

If you are a Mechanical Design Engineer looking for a technically challenging role within a growing engineering business, please get in touch:

Please contact Adele Lewis or click Apply Now.

Call: 0151 209 2050 or 07537 163 611

Email: adele.lewis@aspion.co.uk

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Burnley

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-02-2026

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