Mechanical Design Engineer

Lower Darwen
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ROLE:                    Mechanical Design Engineer
LOCATION:           Darwen, Lancashire
SALARY:                Circa £40’000 + overtime 3-8k dependent on hours worked + annual bonus 4-6k OTE circa 47-54k
                            
A global force in engineering, expanding across the UK, Europe, and the US. Renowned for quality and reliability, they shape the Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Nutraceutical, Chemical, and High-Value Industrial sectors.
 
With four powerhouse brands under their wing and a soaring global turnover of $140 million, they’re shaping the future of manufacturing and evolving as a group.
 
We are on the hunt for a dynamic Mechanical Design Engineer to elevate the customer experience from concept to completion. The perfect fit? Someone with the precision of a designer and the vision of a project leader, seamlessly blending Mechanical Design and Project Engineering expertise.
 
What you will bring to the team: 

A highly motivated self-starter.
Mechanical Design Engineer with 5 years’ experience, coupled with project management.
Customer exposure and experience on site.
Thorough admin and reporting skills.
Hunger and eagerness to deliver.
Ideally some exposure to product movement or handling. (Could be from the Food/ waste recycling/ confectionery / pharmaceutical /Paint/Bakery or Building industry.)
2D & 3D CAD Inventor knowledge and experience. Solidworks training can be offered.
Educated to degree level with a mechanical engineering degree.
Excellent communicator with your peers and customers.
Relationship developer.
Working with and supporting cross departmental peers. What can we offer you: 

A rewarding career in a fast paced growth business. You won’t stand still!
Exposure to global engineering.
Partner global blue chip companies.
Freedom to deliver innovating and high quality solutions.
Base salary circa £40’000 + overtime 3-6k (dependent on hours worked) + annual bonus 4-6k OTE circa 47-54k
Company Pension, 24 days holiday + BH The Mechanical Design Engineer role is based at the UK HQ in Darwen. Ready to take your career to the next level? 

Join a fast-paced, dynamic business, expand your expertise, and collaborate with some of the world’s biggest brands. Get in touch today!
 
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