Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer – Advanced Engineering & Technology

Location: Herefordshire or Hertfordshire

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Working Pattern: FT on site

Security Requirements: BPSS compliance required

We're supporting an established engineering and technology business looking to strengthen its product development capability with the appointment of an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer.

This is an opportunity to join a business with a strong engineering heritage, working on technically challenging products where innovation, reliability and quality are central to the design process. They're looking for a technically capable, hands-on engineer who enjoys solving complex design challenges and taking ownership of projects from initial concept through to manufacture.

Alongside the technical responsibilities, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to product development, influence engineering decisions and support the continued development of a collaborative engineering team.

What you'll be doing

• Leading mechanical design projects from initial concept through to production


• Designing and developing mechanical components, enclosures and assemblies for specialist electronic equipment


• Creating robust, reliable and cost-effective mechanical solutions


• Producing detailed 3D models, manufacturing drawings, assembly documentation and technical specifications


• Applying Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles throughout the design process


• Developing mechanical solutions that consider thermal performance, environmental protection, reliability and product quality


• Collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams, manufacturing departments and external suppliers


• Supporting the transition of new products from development into manufacturing


• Identifying opportunities to improve design efficiency, manufacturing processes and product performance


• Providing technical input into project planning, design estimates and cost management


• Investigating and resolving engineering challenges during product development and production


• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers


• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the engineering function

What we're looking for

• Strong experience within Mechanical Design Engineering, ideally in a senior or technically responsible position


• Background designing electronic equipment, mechanical enclosures, chassis or electromechanical assemblies


• Strong understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)


• Experience managing mechanical designs through the full product development lifecycle


• Proficiency in 3D CAD design and producing detailed manufacturing drawings


• Good understanding of mechanical manufacturing processes and material selection


• Experience considering thermal management, environmental protection and mechanical reliability within product design


• Ability to develop practical, cost-effective engineering solutions


• Experience collaborating with manufacturing teams, suppliers and other engineering disciplines


• Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills


• Confidence taking ownership of complex design challenges and influencing technical decisions


• Excellent communication and organisational skills


• Ability to work independently while contributing to a wider engineering team

Desirable experience

• Previous experience within Electronics, Defence, Aerospace, Telecommunications, RF Technology or other high-technology engineering industries


• Experience designing mechanical equipment for harsh or demanding operating environments


• Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, precision machining, moulded plastics or injection moulding


• Experience with Bill of Materials (BOM) management and product configuration


• Familiarity with Product Data Management (PDM) systems


• Understanding of Engineering Change Notices (ECN) and Change Request (CR) processes


• Experience reviewing engineering test data and product performance


• Experience supporting or mentoring junior engineers


• Professional engineering registration or working towards Chartership

Why join?

You'll be joining an established engineering organisation offering the opportunity to work on specialist products, contribute to meaningful technical projects and continue developing your career within a collaborative environment. The role offers a combination of hands-on engineering, technical ownership and professional development, with the opportunity to influence product design and manufacturing processes.

• Work on technically challenging mechanical and electronic product development projects


• Take ownership of designs from initial concept through to manufacture


• Collaborate with experienced engineers across multiple disciplines


• Influence engineering decisions and contribute to product improvements


• Develop your technical expertise within a specialist engineering environment


• Support and mentor junior engineers


• Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation initiatives


• Access ongoing training and professional development opportunities


• Join an established organisation with a strong focus on engineering quality and employee development

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary, depending on experience


• 33 days' annual leave, including bank holidays, increasing with service


• Annual bonus and salary review


• Company pension scheme


• Healthcare and wellbeing support


• Ongoing training and career development


• Employee discounts and benefits


• Holiday buy and sell scheme


• Gym and wellbeing benefits


• Onsite parking

Interested?

Whether you're actively exploring the market or simply interested in understanding what else is available, feel free to get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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