Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Gloucester, UK
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 Depending on Experience
Industry: Manufacturing – Primarily Consumer Goods, Food, Pharma & Chemicals.
Overview
This position will focus primarily on supporting the consultancy’s clients by ensuring external design submissions meet the required technical, regulatory, and project-specific standards.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic consultancy during a period of growth, with multiple new projects on the horizon and increasing demand for high-quality, independent technical oversight.
The Role
* Review and verify third-party mechanical designs, drawings, and specifications to ensure compliance with client requirements and relevant standards
* Identify design risks, clashes, or deficiencies, and raise clear, constructive feedback for resolution
* Support project managers and client stakeholders by translating technical issues into practical advice and guidance
* Liaise with subcontractors to clarify design intent, coordinate updates, and ensure timely resolution of queries
* Contribute to technical design review meetings and maintain accurate review documentation
* Support the consultancy in representing client interests during design phases, ensuring accountability and quality throughout the supply chain
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will have a strong background in mechanical design combined with a sharp eye for technical detail and quality control. Prior experience in design checking, consultancy, or contractor oversight within continuous manufacturing products will be highly advantageous.
Requirements
* Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, manufacturing processes, and design standards
* Proficiency in interpreting detailed 2D and 3D CAD models and technical documentation
* Experience reviewing design work, identifying errors, and managing technical feedback loops
* Previous experience in a client-representative, consultancy, or owner’s engineer role
* * Working knowledge of software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Revit (for model interpretation)
Why Join This Consultancy?
* Play a key role in delivering technical assurance for high-impact engineering projects
* Join a business during an exciting growth phase with room for career development
* Collaborate in a supportive, close-knit team with a flexible working culture
* Influence real outcomes by representing client interests with professionalism and precision