Design Engineer

Greater Manchester Interim £50,000 - £60,000 per year View Job Description
We're looking for a Design Engineer to join a high‑performing team within a leading industrial and manufacturing organisation. You'll develop innovative designs and support production, ensuring all solutions meet engineering, quality, and efficiency standards.
  • Exciting Design Engineer Contract role with immediate start.
  • With a well-known manufacturer based South of Greater Manchester.

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a mid‑sized organisation operating within the industrial and manufacturing sector in the South of Manchester region. The company is recognised for its strong engineering capability and collaborative, professional working environment.

Job Description

  • Develop and deliver detailed design specifications to support manufacturing processes.
  • Work closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure designs meet all technical and project requirements.
  • Evaluate and optimise existing designs to improve functionality, reliability, and efficiency.
  • Conduct prototype testing and validation to ensure compliance with engineering and quality standards.
  • Produce clear technical documentation and reports for internal teams and external stakeholders.
  • Provide technical guidance and hands‑on support to production teams during build and troubleshooting.
  • Keep up to date with emerging technologies and best practices within industrial and manufacturing engineering.
  • Ensure all design activities comply with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Design Engineer should have:

  • A degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Proficiency in CAD software and associated engineering tools.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and design-for-manufacture principles.
  • Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively within cross‑functional and collaborative team environments.
  • Background in electronics design and/or electronics manufacturing.
  • Proven experience within the industrial or manufacturing sector.
  • Solid knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations, and compliance requirements.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary £50,000 to £60,000 depending on experience
  • Fixed-term contract with the potential for future opportunities.
  • Opportunity to work within a professional and supportive team environment.
  • Exposure to innovative projects in the Industrial / Manufacturing sector.



If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Design Engineer, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Jacky Ling
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6940773
Phone number
+441132437728

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Engineering Design and R&D
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Greater Manchester
Contract type
Interim
Consultant name
Jacky Ling
Consultant phone
+441132437728
Job reference
JN-022026-6940773