Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title:           Mechanical Design Engineer
Location:           Knowsley, Liverpool (L33)
Salary:               £40,000 - £55,000 (DOE)
Shifts:                Monday- Thursday 08:00- 16:30 & Fridays 08:00-13:30hrs
Contract:            Permanent


Company & Role
Our client is a well-established, world leading manufacturing business, working alongside high profile customers within the MOD, Automotive and Medical industries around the world.

Through growth and investment, the company are 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


As the Mechanical Design Engineer, your duties will include;

• Design & Development: Lead the mechanical design of products using SolidWorks 3D software.
• Project Leadership: Manage designs from concept to production, making sure engineering milestones are met on time.
• Analysis & Validation: Perform analyses to ensure products are safe, reliable, and perform as intended.
• Manufacturing Support: Work with production, suppliers, and other teams to make designs manufacturable and cost-effective.
• Documentation: Create detailed drawings, specifications, and bills of materials following company procedures.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure designs meet engineering standards, regulations, and customer requirements.
• Innovation: Identify ways to improve designs, reduce costs, and enhance performance.
• Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and team members.
• Collaboration: Work with clients, project managers, and stakeholders to turn requirements into solid engineering solutions.

As the successful Mechanical Design Engineer, you will have the following skills/experience;

• Bachelor’s degree (BEng/BSc) or Master’s degree (MEng/MSc) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Proven experience (5 years) in mechanical design engineering, ideally in a senior or lead role.
• Expert in SolidWorks and PDM professional data management system
• Strong knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes (CNC machining, sheet metal, welding) and assembly techniques.
• 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, with the ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Project management experience, including planning, scheduling, and reporting.