Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer – Bespoke Automation

📍 Rochdale | £55,000–£60,000 | On-site

We’re looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a specialist machine builder in Rochdale. You’ll be working on bespoke automation projects from concept to completion, including robotics, conveyors, and end-of-arm tooling.

What you’ll be doing

• Designing bespoke machinery using SolidWorks (3D to 2D for manufacture).
  
  
• Full project lifecycle: concept, calculations/FEA, design, supplier and customer liaison, through to commissioning.
  
  
• Working across multiple projects — from major automation lines to smaller modifications.
  
  
• Collaborating with electrical, controls, and project teams.
  
  What you’ll need
  
  
• Around 10+ years’ experience in automation, robotics, conveyors, or special-purpose machinery.
  
  
• Strong SolidWorks (or equivalent CAD) skills.
  
  
• Proven experience delivering projects cradle-to-grave.
  
  
• Knowledge of mechanical calculations and FEA.
  
  
• Ideally a degree in a mechanical or engineering related subject
  
  
• Clear communication, and a willingness to work in a team.
  
  What’s on offer
  
  
• Salary £55,000–£60,000.
  
  
• Flexi working hours.
  
  
• Supportive, close-knit engineering team.
  
  
• Varied projects across pharma, food, packaging, automotive and more.
  
  👉 Apply now with your CV and portfolio to be considered. No CV? Still feel free to get in touch and we can sort that out later