Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Bristol
Type: Full–Time
Salary: GBP
50,000 to GBP
55,000 per annum + Benefits

This Bristol–based client is a leader in innovative engineering solutions. They design and deliver cutting–edge machines that promote efficiency and excellence globally.

We are seeking a skilled Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our client’s Design team. The role involves developing equipment concepts and schemes that create a competitive advantage and can be constructed and commissioned safely and effectively. The engineer will produce general arrangements, detail drawings and material schedules that are clear, accurate, cost‑effective, and meet specification requirements.

• Assist with the preparation of design proposals and tender documents
• Report problems and deficiencies in the design brief, and develop pragmatic, cost‑effective solutions
• Suggest solutions to problems based on an understanding of the relevant technologies
• Produce technical information, drawings and associated schedules and documents, taking due account of health & safety requirements, designs, specifications and standards relating to the contract
• Maintain drawing files and records throughout the duration of the contract
• Ensure that design solutions complement and support the manufacturing and assembly processes, and assist in driving best practice throughout the business
• Provide technical leadership to production personnel and other staff
• Ensure as‑built specifications are recorded, and system function is tested and proven prior to commissioning
• Design products to meet customer expectations, with modularisation and standardisation as key focuses
• Identify opportunities to continuously improve the performance and reliability of existing equipment through innovative design improvements and the use of new emerging technologies
• Support visits to customers as required, to help achieve sales, commission & test machines and resolve problems
• Ensure that assigned project tasks are completed on time and to budget
• Engage with specifiers, suppliers and distributors
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and company procedures and practices
• Collaborate with other departments to achieve business objectives
• Visit group companies worldwide, as required, to support aftermarket, resolve problems and test machines
• Promote a safe working environment, ensuring compliance with all current legislation

• Analytical
• Self‑starter
• Team player
• Highly motivated
• Customer focused
• Change and goal oriented
• Realistic and pragmatic approach
• Project management skills
• Ability to assess risk
• Good oral and written communication
• Attention to detail
• Highly computer literate
• Proactive
• Flexible
• Planning & organization skills
• Problem solving capability
• Influencing and negotiating skills
• Good customer/supplier facing skills

• Educated to BSc level or equivalent, or proven capability in a relevant discipline
• 5+ years in an engineering related position
• 5+ years in mechanical design, preferably in packaging or bespoke engineering
• Proven experience of using CAD/PDM packages at minimum intermediate level; experience of Solid Works/PDM desirable
• Knowledge of CE and Health & Safety legislation
• Understanding of continuous improvement techniques
• Current driving license and passport

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on innovative engineering projects with global impact.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Be part of a company committed to excellence and ethical standards.

For more information on this role, please contact Paul Furlong on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed).

Candidates who are currently a Design Engineer, product design engineer or Tooling Design Engineer may be suitable for this position.

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