Senior Design Engineer

A leading engineering company who design, install, and maintain advanced electrical equipment is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join its established design team in Rugby.

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll be involved in projects for the design, manufacture, and repair of complex electrical machinery used within the power generation sector. You'll work on technically challenging, bespoke projects that push innovation and engineering excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Produce detailed 3D CAD designs and drawings.
• Carry out stress and structural analysis (including FEA).
• Take a lead role in problem‑solving for machinery upgrades, retrofits, and failures.
• Provide support to tendering and project management teams.
• Attend client meetings during key project phases.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a mechanical design or related engineering role.
• Strong understanding of machinery design and manufacturing principles.
• Stress analysis experience.
• Skilled in 3D CAD (Solid Works preferred).
• Qualified to HNC/HND or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Analytical, proactive, and eager to develop within a senior role.

• Salary £50k - £65k.
• 25 days holiday + statutory days.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Gym subsidy.
• Enhanced company pension.
• Corporate discounts and professional development support.

If you’re ready to advance your engineering career as a Senior Design Engineer, please apply or contact Stuart Cooper at Wagstaff Recruitment & Careers Coaching for further details.