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Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Chapel-en-le-Frith

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Chapel‑en‑le‑Frith, High Peak
Full-time | Permanent

The Company

A global manufacturer and market leader in overhead cranes and hoists, based in Chapel‑en‑le‑Frith. The business supplies into high-profile sectors including Formula 1, aerospace, oil & gas, and major infrastructure projects.

With strong international backing and a family‑run culture, the company offers a unique blend of stability, investment, and collaborative working. The site has recently undergone significant upgrades, including a modern, state‑of‑the‑art office environment.

Due to continued growth and internal progression, an opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join the technical team.

The Role

This role sits within a collaborative design office and focuses on translating customer and sales requirements into detailed 3D designs and manufacturing drawings.

Working closely with production, sales, and engineering teams, you will contribute to the delivery of bespoke crane and hoist solutions manufactured on-site.

Key Responsibilities

Interpret sales specifications and customer requirements
Produce 3D CAD models and General Arrangement drawings
Create detailed manufacturing drawings for cranes, hoists, and related components
Select appropriate components and materials for manufacture
Provide technical support to production and shop floor teams
Collaborate across departments to ensure smooth project delivery
Occasionally support site visits where required
What’s On Offer

Opportunity to join a world-leading engineering manufacturer
Newly refurbished, modern working environment
Structured training and development programme
Clear progression opportunities within engineering and commercial functions
Exposure to international projects and clients
Strong collaboration with shop floor and manufacturing teams
Early finish on Fridays
Requirements

Experience with 3D CAD software (any package considered; Solid Edge advantageous)
Background in a manufacturing or engineering environment
HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Design Engineering
Minimum 2 years’ relevant industry experience
Strong teamwork and communication skills
About Ford & Stanley group

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Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.

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