Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Special Purpose Machinery

Location: Staines

Job Title:

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Special Purpose Machinery

Location:

Staines-upon-Thames, Surrey
Salary: £50,000 to £65,000 basic + benefits

Employment Type:

Permanent
Working Arrangements:
On-Site
 
A leading engineering organisation in Surrey is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to take ownership of complex mechanical systems from concept through to production. This position offers the chance to work on high‑integrity, performance‑critical products where innovation, precision, and engineering excellence are central to the work.

Key Responsibilities - Senior Mechanical Design Engineer  
 
Lead the mechanical design of assemblies and components involving automation/complex moving parts.
Produce high‑quality 3D models and detailed drawings using a modern 3D CAD package (Solid Works, Creo, Inventor, or similar)
Drive concept development, prototyping, testing, and design validation
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including electronics, manufacturing, and systems engineering
Ensure designs meet performance, safety, and compliance requirements  About You - Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
 
Proven experience in special purpose machinery with experience of designing automation products/systems. Complex moving parts etc
Strong proficiency with 3D CAD tools and engineering documentation standards
Solid understanding of materials, tolerances, manufacturing processes, and mechanical engineering best practice
Proactive, hands‑on approach to problem solving  This is a great opportunity to join a rapidly expanding company with a full order book. Offering exciting projects and good career progression opportunity.

For more information, please contact David Philpott.
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