Senior CAD Design Engineer

Senior Design Engineer

Location: Derby - full time on site (SC Clearance required or eligible)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Sector: Advanced Engineering / Manufacturing / Defence

Are you a Senior Design Engineer who thrives on developing cutting-edge products and turning innovative ideas into real-world engineering solutions?

We’re working with a highly respected engineering and manufacturing organisation that is investing heavily in new product development and advanced technology. They are looking for a Senior Design Engineer to take ownership of complex mechanical design projects and play a key role in delivering high-performance engineering solutions for demanding customer environments.

This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking team where your ideas will directly influence new product development, engineering innovation, and future business growth.

The Role

As a Senior Design Engineer, you’ll lead the design and development of engineering components and assemblies from concept through to production, working closely with customers and internal engineering teams.

You will:

Design innovative engineering components and assemblies to customer specifications
Create detailed 3D CAD models and technical drawings
Develop new product concepts and engineering solutions
Improve existing products and manufacturing processes
Ensure designs meet safety and regulatory standards
Present concepts and final designs to customers and stakeholders
Support and mentor junior engineers within the design team
Work closely with mechanical and project teams to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget
What We’re Looking For

Proven experience as a Senior Design Engineer or experienced Design Engineer ready to step up
Strong mechanical design and product development background
Solid understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles
Experience with 3D CAD systems (Siemens NX or similar)
Experience working with PLM systems such as Teamcentre
Good understanding of engineering safety and compliance standards
Engineering degree or equivalent professional qualification
SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain it
Strong communication and leadership skills
Why Apply?

Work on cutting-edge engineering projects
Be part of a growing and innovative organisation
Real influence over new product development and design direction
Collaborative and supportive engineering environment
Competitive salary and long-term career progression
Opportunity to work on high-profile, technically challenging projects
Interested?

Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion to learn more about the company, projects, and career progression available
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed