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Design Engineer (Compliance / DFM)

Ernest Gordon RecruitmentBollington, Macclesfield🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 16 Oct 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Develop your expertise as a Design Engineer in compliance and DFM within a globally recognized certification body, enjoying a competitive salary and opportunities for international travel. This hybrid role is ideal for a mid-senior engineer seeking career advancement, comprehensive training, and the chance to become a technical authority in a niche, high-impact field. Embrace this chance to grow your skills and contribute to a respected organization.

Quick Overview

Salary
£60k - £68k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Temporary/Casual
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Bollington, Macclesfield, United Kingdom
Posted
3 days ago

Job Description

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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