Senior Design Engineer – Machine Systems (High Tech) Location: Leicester Are you a mechanical design leader who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges? Do you want to shape next-generation machinery used across aerospace, research, automotive and pharmaceutical sectors? The organisation is a world-class manufacturing business that designs and builds some of the most advanced equipment in the industry. As they continue to scale their R&D and technology capabilities, they are now searching for a Senior Design Engineer. The Impact You’ll Have The role will have a direct impact on the businesses ability to develop new products, improve existing products and exceed current customer expectations - it's designing high precision equipment and will test the most seasoned engineers. What You’ll Do Concept to completion design, working with manufacturing and factoring in DFM Mechanical design governance, ensuring performance, manufacturability and safety. Cross-functional design reviews, navigating technical challenges with clarity and confidence. Capability development, mentoring and coaching of engineers Support engineering process improvement initiatives and long-term technology strategy. What You Bring Strong background in mechanical design for complex or instrumentation equipment. Experience in leading projects from a design perspective High proficiency in CAD and FEA (stiffness, vibration, structural analysis). Strong understanding of DFM Strong communicator with customer-facing capability. Passion for engineering excellence and developing technical teams. Why Join? Work on truly complex and technically challenging product platforms. Influence product architecture, engineering strategy and team capability. Join a business investing heavily in innovation, people and next-generation technology. If you’re a design engineer who is looking to take the next step in your career this is an excellent opportunity - you will be challenged and then have the opportunity to develop (and progress to Principal role)