Design Engineer Contek are working with a client in Stockport who design, innovate and manufacture special purpose machinery for a sector in which they have built a fantastic reputation. Are you a Design Engineer wanting to make a mark in a new facility, take initiative and be a part of driving a business forward? Ideally we are looking for Candidates who have transitional experience from special purpose machinery, hydraulics/pneumatics or depositing machinery. Main Purpose of the Role The Design Engineer role is critical in driving business growth through development of our company product portfolio. To achieve this, the role requires a good understanding of industry developments and customer requirements in order to create innovative and effective special purpose machine solutions. Primary responsibility is for producing designs, schematics, 3D models and technical manuals for example. Roles & Responsibilities: Development of new and existing product designs, ensuring that all projects are designed for effective manufacture. Under the brand, liaising with customers, and interpret requirements to ensure that the right solution can be created. Ensure all of the correct information is available to enable the preparation of a quotation and the subsequent design and manufacture of the project. Ensure all completed works orders are signed off correctly. Provide feedback on the progress of projects, orders, and any escalations. Ensure all designs are compliant with relevant safety standards and appropriate UK and EU regulations, including testing. Collaborate with manufacturing to ensure new designs and amendments are suitably designed to enable efficient manufacture. Support a best practice and continuous improvement culture across the company, identifying opportunities where they arise and taking ownership for driving initiatives forward. Any other relevant activities as required by the business. Person Specification Technical Skills Product knowledge – excellent knowledge industry standards within special purpose solutions. Technical knowledge – excellent understanding of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic engineering and applying that knowledge and experience to the designs in question. Attitude Teamwork – able to participate effectively as part of a team. Positivity – able to maintain high levels of morale and motivation through a positive, flexible, and healthy approach to work. Commitment – willingness to be flexible and ‘go above and beyond’ to get the job done. A clear understanding of both company goals and customer requirements. A ‘can-do’ attitude. Innovative – able to think outside the box, take reasonable risks, and innovate. Travel – able to travel within the UK and abroad as required to meet suppliers, customers or for other business requirements. Experience Experience of managing projects of varying complexity, size, and budgets. Experience of designing special purpose built machinery within manufacturing environments. Experience using Solidworks or similar CAD packages. If this sounds like the role for you then please apply today and if successful I will be in touch shortly after your application is sent