Mechanical Design Engineer

Gaming:

Welcome to the world of land-based gaming. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games, and our Gaming team builds cutting-edge technology, products, and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe.

Position Summary

At Light & Wonder, we create the world's most exciting gaming experiences. Behind every game cabinet is a team of talented engineers turning bold ideas into market-leading products that entertain players across the globe.

We're looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer who is passionate about design, innovation, and solving complex engineering challenges. You'll join a collaborative team where your ideas matter, working on cutting-edge electronic gaming machines from concept through to production.

If you enjoy bringing products to life, balancing creativity with practical engineering, and working in an environment where no two projects are the same, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for people who are full of ideas, want to challenge the norm and work to our core values…

• Dare to be Bold
  • We always bring courage to work to reach for the unbelievable.
• Uphold Integrity
  • We promote accountability and respect to raise the bar for ourselves and the industry.
• Never Settle
  • We relentlessly push forward to create the extraordinary in every detail.
• Celebrate Perspectives
  • We combine diverse talent to look at the familiar in unfamiliar ways.
• Win as a Team – We bring out the best in each other to share collective success.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing and developing innovative mechanical and electromechanical solutions that help shape the future of our gaming products.

What You'll Do

• Design and develop mechanical and electromechanical components for new products and enhancements to existing platforms.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models, drawings, and design documentation using SolidWorks and associated design tools.
• Transform product requirements and technical specifications into practical, manufacturable engineering solutions.
• Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles to optimise quality, cost, performance, and reliability.
• Work closely with engineering, production, suppliers, and cross-functional teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support prototyping, testing, validation, and product improvement activities.
• Contribute to project planning by identifying technical risks, opportunities, and feasibility considerations.
• Ensure designs meet regulatory, safety, and quality standards.
• Capture and interpret customer and stakeholder requirements to deliver innovative solutions that exceed expectations.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience using 3D CAD tools, ideally SolidWorks
• A broad understanding of multiple engineering disciplines, with the ability to apply this knowledge in practical design scenarios
• Strong knowledge of design for manufacture (DFM) principles and value engineering approaches
• A hands‑on mindset, with experience supporting workshop prototyping and product development
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts to a range of stakeholders
• Experience within the gaming industry (desirable but not essential)
• Familiarity with PLM Manufacturing systems and an understanding of electrical connectivity (advantageous)

Qualifications

A degree or HNC/D in Mechanical Engineering

How You'll Grow

• Expand your involvement in product development from concept generation through to production launch.
• Influence the design of next-generation gaming technology.
• Build your career within a global organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Working Model

This role is based at our Chadderton office and follows a 4-day-per-week onsite working model . We believe that regular in-person collaboration helps drive innovation, strengthens teamwork, and enables our engineers to create the exceptional products we're known for.

What can we offer you?

• Annual performance bonus
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working (4 days in the office)
• Up to 8% employer pension contributions
• Private medical insurance
• Remote GP access
• 1 day off for charitable work
• 1 day off for your birthday or personal celebration
• Half Day for Health (dedicated time for your wellbeing)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Reward platform with cycle-to-work scheme and discounts/cashback
• Elective benefits (Tastecard, travel, dental, Give As You Earn)
• Study support
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)