Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 (DOE) Type:
Permanent / Hybrid

Join a leading manufacturing business in a senior design role with room to step into leadership. Perfect for an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer who’s mentored others and wants more responsibility.

• Lead mechanical design from concept to manufacture for machinery and process systems
• Oversee a small design team, checking and approving work to ensure quality and accuracy
• Produce 3D models, assemblies, fabrication drawings, and BOMs
• Plan workloads, allocate resources, and support Project Managers
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve technical issues
• Manage drawing release, revision control, and documentation

• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
• 8 years’ experience in machinery, process, or automation design
• Strong fabrication, pipework, and assembly knowledge
• Experience mentoring, checking drawings, and maintaining design standards
• Confident communicator ready to step into leadership

• Knowledge of P&IDs, process equipment, or DfM
• Familiarity with CE marking, machinery safety, or fluid systems

If you’ve been the "go-to" designer in your team and you’re ready to lead, this role will take you there. Apply now to find out more.