Design Engineer

Salary/Rate:£35,000 - £42,000 (DOE)
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Blackburn
County:Lancashire
Engineering Discipline:Design Engineers
Sector:Special Purpose Machinery Manufacturing
Job ref:SW0092
Post Date:January 8, 2026
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About the Role

An established manufacturer of specialist equipment is expanding its engineering team and is looking to appoint a Mechanical Design Engineer with strong 3D CAD and sheet metal design experience.

This business designs and manufactures their machinery in-house, producing fully custom solutions for customers across the UK and internationally. As part of a wider international group, the company offers long-term stability while maintaining a collaborative, close-knit engineering environment.

Why consider this role?

  • Full project ownership – from concept through to build
    Manufacturing completed in-house – see your designs come to life
    Supportive engineering culture where ideas are valued
    International customer base with a UK-focused design team
    Early finish Fridays (1pm)

The role

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you’ll take ownership of multiple projects, producing detailed designs for specialist machinery with a strong emphasis on sheet metal components and mechanical assemblies.

You’ll work closely with production, assembly, and commercial teams to ensure designs are practical, manufacturable, and delivered on time.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing specialist machinery, equipment and components using 3D CAD Software
    Producing detailed fabrication, sheet metal, and assembly drawings
    Managing design data using PDM systems
    Supporting builds and resolving design issues during manufacture
    Liaising with internal teams and customers throughout the project lifecycle

What we’re looking for

  • 2+ years’ experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer
    Strong 3D CAD capability (SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor)
    Proven experience in sheet metal and machinery design
    Background within a manufacturing or engineering environment
    Familiarity with PDM (Product Data Management) systems
    Practical mindset with strong attention to detail

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