Senior Design Engineer

A global manufacturer based in Kent is looking to recruit a Senior Design Engineer to lead the development of innovative, safety critical products within the healthcare market. Based in Kent, you will benefit from a starting salary of up to £55k plus 10% bonus, hybrid working and benefits.

As Senior Design Engineer, responsibilities will include;

• Designing and developing innovative, safety-critical products for healthcare applications.
• Leading the full product lifecycle: concept development, prototyping, testing, validation, and production.
• Managing projects efficiently, delivering on time, within budget, and keeping stakeholders informed.
• Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
• Creating detailed 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks with PDM.
• Building and testing prototypes using in-house tools, 3D printing, and external suppliers.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Product Management and Compliance.
• Overseeing product testing and refining designs based on performance data.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance with support from internal specialists.
• Producing comprehensive specifications and documentation for manufacturing.
• Selecting materials (wood, metal, plastic) and coordinating with suppliers.

Key skills needed for the Senior Design Engineer:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience in mechanical engineering and full-cycle product development.
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks (3D modelling, assemblies, 2D drawings) and PDM systems.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering results.
• Proven success in launching products within a relevant industrial sector.
• Experience working with diverse materials and manufacturing processes (wood machining, metal casting, plastic injection moulding).
• Confidence in hands-on prototyping and testing.
• Familiarity with rapid prototyping techniques and materials.
• Exposure to electro-mechanical systems.

As Senior Design Engineer, you will receive an excellent benefits package which includes:

• Up to £55,000 basic salary.
• 10% company bonus scheme.
• Hybrid working.
• Flexible working hours.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Electric car scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• The opportunity to build products that make a real difference in people's lives.

This is a great opportunity to join a business where you can make a real difference to people's lives in the healthcare sector. If you are confident in leading projects from design through to production, apply now through this advert.

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