Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Design Engineer (Compliance / DFM)
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Salary:
£60,000 – £68,000 / year
Location:
Macclesfield, UK
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
16 October 2026
What they need
Design Engineer (Compliance / DFM)
£60,000 - £68,000 + Company Bonus + Training + Progression + Car Allowance + 33 Days Holiday + Private Medical Healthcare + International Travel
Macclesfield
Are you a Design engineer with DFM experience in machinery, looking to develop your career as you progress into a technical expert within a UK approved body for certification that provide specialist niche consultancy services for high-calibre clientele?
Are you wanting an autonomous, varied, and complex position with training provided as you develop into a fully-fledged Compliance Engineer where you will be advising SMEs on regulations and machinery compliance?
In this role you will be carrying out inspections and assessments on a diverse range of machinery, reviewing documents and designs, and advising clients on amendments to ensure compliance with machinery safety regulations. This role requires ample travel opportunities across the UK, and international visits including the US, Japan, and across Europe.
Established 30 years ago, this company is internationally recognised and works in a niche market of machinery compliance, carving a prestigious reputation as a certified body for machinery safety. They are a tight-knit, expert company who are looking for someone to join the team as they continue to grow and develop.
This role would suit a Design Engineer with DFM experience, looking to take the next steps in their career as they develop into a technical expert within a well-established and thriving company, offering a generous salary and bonus package, ongoing training, and travel opportunities.
The Role:
- Carry out machinery inspections and risk assessments
- Advise clients on regulatory compliance
- Review and produce legal documentation
- 40 hours a week, flexible shift pattern
The Person:
- Design Engineer
- Background in DFM
- Looking to progress into a Compliance focused position
- Comfortable travelling internationally
Reference Number: BBBH27114f
Engineer, Engineering, Safety, Design, Certification, Validation, Verification, Compliance, Machinery, Machine, Risk Assessment, Regulation, Audits, Mechanical, Electrical, Electric, UKCA, PUWER, Cheshire, Manchester, Macclesfield, CE, SPM, DFM
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
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Desired Skills and Experience * Design Engineer
* Background in DFM
* Looking to progress into a Compliance focused position
* Comfortable travelling internationally
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