Mechanical Design Engineer / General Manager Designate Congleton Up to £60,000 (DOE)Are you a hands-on Mechanical Design Engineer ready to take the next step into leadership?We''re working with a highly specialised UK manufacturer of bespoke material handling and lifting equipment, supplying precision-engineered solutions into regulated industries. Due to continued growth and succession planning, they are now seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer / General Manager Designate to play a pivotal role in both the technical and operational success of the business.This is more than a design role, it''s a genuine pathway into senior leadership.The Opportunity:You''ll be at the heart of the business, combining design expertise, project ownership, and operational oversight. Working closely with the business owner, you will help drive efficiency, quality, and delivery across both the design office and workshop.This is a hands-on position, you''ll be as comfortable creating detailed designs in SolidWorks as you are engaging directly with the shop floor, overseeing fabrication, and signing off completed projects.Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Design Engineer / General Manager Designate:Design bespoke lifting and handling equipment from concept through to final build and testProduce detailed 3D models and manufacturing drawings using SolidWorksManage projects end-to-end, ensuring delivery on time and to specificationOversee workshop operations, ensuring productivity, quality, and ef