Mechanical Design Engineer

Salary/Rate:£30k - 38k per year
Working Options:On-site
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Bradford
County:West Yorkshire
Specialism:Metals & Engineering
Job ref:AL60
Post Date:January 16, 2026
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About the Role

Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Bradford
Salary: £30,000 to £38,000 (dependent on experience)

The Opportunity

Aspion Search is partnering with a growing engineering manufacturer based in Bradford that is looking to strengthen its design team with the addition of a Mechanical Design Engineer. This would suit a recent graduate with strong Autodesk Inventor experience who is keen to learn and develop. The Mechanical Design Engineer will be working on bespoke HVAC and specialist equipment projects, gaining hands-on exposure to real products within a supportive, engineer-led environment.

The Business

  • Established engineering manufacturer delivering high-quality, bespoke solutions across the UK.
  • Close-knit, collaborative engineering team with strong knowledge sharing
  • Clear focus on investing in people, improving processes, and strengthening the design function.
  • Ongoing investment in systems, training, and ways of working
  • Employees encouraged to share ideas, improvements, and suggestions, with a genuine voice in how the business develops.
  • Strong opportunity for long-term career growth as the company continues to expand.
  • Full training and ongoing development

The Role of the Mechanical Design Engineer

The Mechanical Design Engineer will work as part of a collaborative design team, supporting the design and development of mechanical systems and assemblies.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be involved in the full design lifecycle, working on bespoke HVAC and specialist equipment projects from concept through to manufacture, while working closely with manufacturing, purchasing, and project teams.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be involved in:

  • Mechanical design of engineered products and assemblies
  • Producing 3D models and detailed manufacturing drawings
  • Working primarily in Autodesk Inventor
  • Supporting design for manufacture and assembly
  • Liaising with manufacturing, purchasing, and project teams
  • Contributing to continuous improvement of design processes and procedures

Requirements of the Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Mechanical Engineering degree or relevant Mechanical qualification
  • At least 2 year’s industry experience in Mechanical Design Engineering
  • Comfortable producing detailed manufacturing drawings
  • Experience using Autodesk Inventor (SolidWorks also considered)
  • Experience deigning HVAC systems (desired)
  • Background in HVAC, thermal equipment, or similar engineered products (desired)

Benefits of the Mechanical Design Engineer

  • 28 days holiday plus bank holidays,
  • Company pension scheme
  • Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
  • Social activities and team events

To apply or find out more, please contact Adele Lewis or click Apply Now.
Call 0151 209 2050 or 07537 163611

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