Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: North West, UK

Our Client

Our Client is an established engineering business is looking to recruit a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its growing team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across liquid handling, mixing systems, and thermal energy applications within the food and drink manufacturing sector.

• Design liquid handling and mixing systems to meet food-grade and hygienic standards

• Produce 2D and 3D CAD drawings (AutoCAD) including pipework layouts, skids, and mechanical assemblies

• Design cooling systems, hot water generation, and heat recovery solutions

• Specify key components such as pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and tanks

• Develop GA drawings, P&IDs, and isometric pipework drawings

• Collaborate closely with process, electrical, and installation teams

• Support site surveys, equipment selection, and on-site engineering activities

• Degree / HND / HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)

• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD (2D & 3D)

• Experience designing pipework systems, ideally within hygienic or food-grade environments

• Solid understanding of fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics

• Knowledge of hot and chilled water systems, heat recovery, and energy-efficient solutions

• Strong technical communication and documentation skills

• £40-45k 

• Gym Discount

• Health Shield Cash-plan 

• Healthcare plan 

• Opportunity to join a well-established engineering and building services team

• Exposure to a wide variety of technically interesting projects