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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Jonathan Lee Recruitment

Hertford

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 80,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to elevate their career in design engineering within the manufacturing sector. This role focuses on utilizing strong technical knowledge and CAD proficiency, particularly in SolidWorks, to lead projects and create precise designs. You will tackle design challenges with analytical thinking and problem-solving skills while mentoring junior engineers. Join a company renowned for its high-quality, precision-engineered products, where your contributions will have a global impact, supporting essential operations worldwide. Take the next step in your career by applying today!

Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience in design engineering with strong CAD skills.
  • Degree in relevant engineering field or Chartered Engineer status.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design projects using CAD to create 3D models and 2D drawings.
  • Mentor junior engineers and communicate technical information effectively.

Skills

CAD Proficiency
Problem-Solving Skills
Analytical Thinking
Communication Skills
Organisational Skills
Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Aerospace/Mechanical/Automotive Engineering
Chartered Engineer Status

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Are you ready to take your career to new heights with a role that offers not just a job, but a fulfilling career in design engineering within the manufacturing sector? This opportunity is with a leading designer and manufacturer of specialist equipment, known for its high-quality, precision-engineered products. If you are passionate about contributing to the safety and effectiveness of modern equipment worldwide, this Senior Design Engineer position could be your next move.

What You Will Do:

  • Utilise your strong technical knowledge in design engineering and manufacturing processes to lead projects.
  • Demonstrate CAD proficiency, ideally on SolidWorks, to create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings for manufacture.
  • Apply your problem-solving and analytical skills to overcome design challenges.
  • Work effectively to deadlines, demonstrating self-motivation and strong organisational skills.
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, and suppliers, presenting technical information clearly.
  • Mentor and develop junior engineers within the department, showcasing your leadership skills.

What You Will Bring:

  • Ideally degree educated in aerospace/mechanical/automotive engineering to a Bachelor's or Master's level, or Chartered Engineer status with the iMechE or equivalent.
  • A minimum of 5 years experience in a relevant role within the design engineering field.
  • Proficiency in CAD software, with a preference for SolidWorks.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and a knack for analytical thinking.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to manage time effectively.

This Senior Design Engineer role is not just a job, but a chance to be part of a company that values dynamic, customer-focused solutions, delivering pragmatic advice and high-quality products in a timely manner. With a reputation for providing robust, reliable, and effective equipment, your contributions will directly support ongoing overseas operations and make a difference in the lives of customers around the globe.

Interested?

If you're ready to step into a role where your work has a global impact, providing essential support worldwide, we want to hear from you. Apply today to become the Senior Design Engineer at a company that leads the way in equipment design and manufacturing. Your next career milestone is just an application away.

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