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Senior mechanical design engineer

Leicester
Scantec
Mechanical design engineer
Posted: 28 March
Offer description

Location: UK (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?

* 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.

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