Mechanical Design Engineer

Salary/Rate:£38k - 43k per year
Working Options:On-site
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Burnley
County:Lancashire
Specialism:Metals & Engineering
Job ref:AL70
Post Date:March 12, 2026
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About the Role

Mechanical Design Engineer

Burnley

£38,000 to £43,000 (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

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