Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

We're recruiting on behalf of a commercial vehicle manufacturer for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their Chassis Team. You'll take a leading role developing and delivering next-generation products, from concept through to production, while mentoring junior engineers and acting as a technical authority within the team.

This role requires someone with 5+ years of industry experience.

• Lead design and validation of new chassis systems and components, concept to production sign-off
• Act as technical authority - providing design direction and engineering guidance across the team
• Own product launches and resolve complex production and field issues
• Investigate service issues, identify root causes, and implement robust solutions
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, supporting team capability
• Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, procurement, and programme management

• Essential: HNC / HND / BEng Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Desirable: MEng or Chartered Engineer (CEng)

• 5+ years in mechanical design, ideally automotive or commercial vehicle
• Strong engineering fundamentals - stress, fatigue, materials, design methodology
• Advanced CAD proficiency (Solid Edge preferred), BS8888, GD&T, BOM management
• Proven experience with DFM/DFA and manufacturing processes
• Confident communicator - able to present to stakeholders at all levels
• Able to lead independently and manage competing priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365