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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: West LancashireSalary: £40,000 - £50,000 + benefitsType: Permanent | Full-time | On-site
An exciting opportunity has arisen with a growing engineering manufacturer based in a brand-new, purpose-built facility in West Lancashire. This company specialises in the design and build of bespoke engineered solutions, supplying a wide range of sectors globally including energy, waste, humanitarian, and environmental applications.
This is a unique position for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to take ownership of full lifecycle product development, from concept and prototyping through to build and commissioning. With a strong pipeline of new projects and investment in design capability, you'll be joining a team in an energetic and collaborative environment with a real buzz about the place.
It's also a great opportunity to take that next step into leadership, supporting and mentoring a Mechanical Engineer and shaping the way projects are delivered across the team.
Key Responsibilities:
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Deliver end-to-end mechanical design across bespoke machinery and systems
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Drive innovation in new product development from initial concept to completion
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Liaise with cross-functional teams including fabrication, controls, and commissioning
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Produce and manage BOMs, manufacturing drawings, and documentation
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Support project management with costings, timelines and supplier interaction
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Mentor junior staff and contribute to engineering process improvements
The Ideal Candidate:
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Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering or related subject
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Strong 3D CAD experience (ideally SolidWorks)
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Experience designing mechanical assemblies, sheet metal, or automation systems
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Background in machinery, special purpose equipment, or process systems
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Comfortable working on full project lifecycle, from blank-sheet to delivery
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Confident communicator with the ability to guide others and collaborate cross-functionally
What's on Offer:
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Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience
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On-site role in a modern, well-equipped facility
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Excellent project variety and exposure to full lifecycle engineering
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Defined progression into leadership
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Monday to Friday, day shift with flexible working approach
If you're looking for a new challenge with the opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-moving and innovative business, we'd love to hear from you.
For more information or a confidential chat, contact James Taylor on or apply directly.
