Senior Design Engineer

Reference: 4798992

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Closing date:

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Dungannon/Derry/Londonderry Salary:
Negotiable – Depending on Experience (per annum)
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Permanent Working pattern:
Full time Industry: Engineering / Mechanical Engineering Company:
Hays Consultant:
Michael Bennington Hays office:
Portadown — 1st Floor, Unit 11c, McGowan West Shopping Centre, West Street Phone:
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Bennington Your New Company You will be joining a well-established, market-leading engineering business specialising in mobile recycling machinery. Known for innovation and high-quality manufacturing, the company continues to invest in product development and cutting-edge design solutions to stay ahead in a competitive global market.

Your New Role As a Senior Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the design and development of new products, as well as the continuous improvement of existing machinery. Working closely with the Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering engineered solutions within agreed timescales while ensuring high standards of quality, performance, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities Design and develop new products and enhance existing machinery

Apply engineering best practices including QFD, FMEA, design for manufacture, prototyping, and testing

Ensure all designs meet safety, performance, and reliability standards

Manage engineering data in line with global standards and systems

Identify cost reduction opportunities through design improvements and supplier collaboration

Investigate and resolve customer complaints in a timely manner

Stay up to date with industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging technologies

What You’ll Need to Succeed Degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience), ideally with design experience in mobile or tracked equipment

Strong 3D CAD skills (CREO preferred) and experience with PDM systems

Solid understanding of mechanical and hydraulic systems

Experience in mobile recycling machinery (highly desirable)
Knowledge of Oracle TMS (advantageous)
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Key Skills & Attributes Proactive, “can-do” attitude with strong team collaboration skills

Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines

Strong decision-making skills when evaluating design alternatives

Ability to identify and mitigate technical and commercial risks

Innovative thinker with a passion for engineering excellence

What You’ll Get in Return Competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid working options 4.5 day working week 12:30 finish on a Friday Up to 10% Bonus Opportunity to work on innovative, industry-leading products

Career progression within a global engineering organisation

Collaborative and supportive working environment

What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4798992 - Michael Bennington