Senior Design Engineer

An opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Designer to take ownership of bespoke design solutions within a fast-paced, customer-driven engineering environment. You'll play a key role in delivering non-standard mechanical designs, supporting projects from concept through to manufacture.

Client Details

Our client is a globally recognised engineering manufacturer, known for delivering high-performance solutions that improve the reliability of critical industrial equipment. With a strong reputation for innovation and customer focus, they operate across international markets and support a diverse industrial client base.

Description

Key responsibilities

• Design bespoke mechanical solutions for non-standard applications using existing product ranges


• Modify and adapt standard designs to meet specific customer requirements


• Interpret technical specifications and develop accurate, fit-for-purpose designs


• Produce 3D CAD models and associated documentation, including bills of materials


• Collaborate closely with internal teams including Sales, Applications, and Manufacturing


• Provide engineering support to workshops and inspection teams, resolving design-related issues


• Support conceptual design work for complex or development-led projects


• Maintain accuracy, quality, and adherence to engineering standards and procedures


• Liaise with customers, distributors, and suppliers (UK and internationally)

The successful candidate

• HNC/Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience)


• Proven experience in a design engineering environment, ideally within rotating equipment or similar


• Strong 3D CAD capability and familiarity with engineering design systems


• Able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment


• High level of attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy


• Strong communication skills, confident liaising with both internal stakeholders and customers


• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong problem-solving ability


• Desirable: experience with sealing systems, pumps, or related mechanical products

What's on offer

• Salary ranging from £45,000 to £60,000


• Opportunity to work on technically complex, bespoke engineering projects


• Exposure to a global customer base and varied industries


• Stable, well-established engineering business with strong market presence


• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for development

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