Permanent

 
Annual Pay Rate: £42,500 – £47,500
Hours: 7:30 – 16:00 Monday to Thursday 7:30 – 12:30 Friday
Holiday: 26 + 8 bank holidays
3 days in office / 2 WFH but at HM’s discretion

We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our clients Manchester-based team. This role will support the design and development of engineered products and systems, ensuring solutions are robust, compliant, and fit for purpose. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering design work from concept through to manufacture, working closely with internal teams including Production, Projects, and Procurement to ensure designs meet operational and customer requirements. This is not a graduate or entry-level role, and candidates should have prior experience delivering design work within an engineering or manufacturing environment.

About the Role
We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Manchester based team. This role will support the design and development of engineered products and systems, ensuring solutions are robust, compliant, and fit for purpose.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering design work from concept through to manufacture, working closely with internal teams including Production, Projects, and Procurement to ensure designs meet operational and customer requirements.

This is not a graduate or entry level role, and candidates should have prior experience delivering design work within an engineering or manufacturing environment.

What We Offer
Opportunity to work on diverse and exciting engineering projects
Collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment
Professional growth and development opportunities
Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies

Key Responsibilities
Maintain a strong awareness of global market trends and demands
Innovate, design, and develop customer-centric equipment solutions
Simplify new and existing product designs to reduce costs and improve production
throughput
Conduct engineering analyses such as FEA and hand calculations to support modifications and upgrades
Produce and review mechanical engineering documentation
Ensure all outputs comply with company policies and regulatory standards
Participate in internal design reviews and understand their commercial implications
Maintain thorough and accurate project documentation
Adhere to internal checking, approval, and Engineering Change Procedures
Prioritize customer care and uphold quality standards
Investigate and resolve engineering queries in a timely and technically sound manner

Qualifications & Skills
HND in an Engineering discipline or equivalent (Essential)
Tertiary education in an Engineering discipline (Desirable)
Proficient in 3D CAD software for engineering design and drawings
Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and related calculations
Familiarity with Design for Manufacture, Assembly, and Maintenance
Knowledge of industry materials and their applications
Understanding of regulatory standards including Machinery (Safety) Directive, PED, ATEX, and REACH
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

Additional Information
This is not a graduate or entry level role
Candidates should have prior experience delivering design work within an engineering or manufacturing environment

Join our Global Family
At NOV, we are committed to supporting your personal, financial, and professional wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellbeing
Private Medical Insurance
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Finance & Protection
Pension Plan
Income Protection
Life Assurance
Personal Accident Coverage

Flexible Benefits (via salary sacrifice options for you and your family)
Dental Insurance
Healthcare Cash Plan
Partner Life Assurance
Critical Illness Cover
Retail Vouchers
Gym Membership
Cycle to Work Scheme Travel Insurance

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