Lead Design Engineer

Lead Design Engineer Are you an experienced Lead Design Engineer looking for your next challenge? Do you have a strong background in heavy engineering, material handling, fabrication, and large-scale project delivery? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Our client, a well-established engineering business, is seeking a skilled Lead Design Engineer to join their team in Manchester. The successful candidate will bring strong mechanical engineering expertise, leadership capability, and practical experience delivering complex engineering projects within heavy industry sectors. Lead Design EngineerPermanent positionSalary: £45,000 - £50,000 (DOE)Monday to FridayManchesterLead Design EngineerJob Description • Lead the design and development of mechanical engineering projects from concept through to completion• Produce and review detailed engineering drawings, models, and technical documentation• Oversee projects involving material handling systems, heavy fabrication, welding, and site installations• Support the delivery of large-scale engineering projects within sectors such as Oil and Gas and Power• Work closely with manufacturing, production, and site teams to ensure practical and efficient design solutions• Ensure all designs comply with relevant engineering standards, specifications, and health and safety requirements• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and design staff• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal departments to ..... full job details .....