Senior mechanical design engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Permanent

A leading engineering organisation is looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join its team, working as part of a wider UK and global engineering function.

This is a hands-on technical role with real scope to shape projects from the ground up, alongside an element of mentoring and supporting less experienced engineers. It would suit someone with a strong grounding in mechanical engineering principles who also brings excellent project oversight and communication skills to the table.

The Role

• Overseeing and delivering mechanical engineering projects from concept through to completion

• Monitoring project progress and ensuring delivery against time and quality targets

• Providing technical guidance and acting as an escalation point for engineering queries

• Supporting estimating, bidding and early project consultation

• Carrying out quality checks and driving continuous improvement across projects

• Mentoring junior and mid-level engineers, sharing knowledge and best practice

• Supporting resource planning and scheduling within the engineering team

• Contributing to training, skills development and wider team growth

• Representing the engineering function in project and leadership forums as required

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar technical discipline

• Proven experience in a senior or lead mechanical design engineering role

• Exposure to engineering or technology-driven project environments

• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities

• Calm under pressure, with a proactive and solutions-focused approach

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills — able to work cross-functionally and influence constructively

• A genuine commitment to continuous improvement and high personal standards

This is a great opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys a balance of hands-on technical delivery and mentoring, within a business that invests in developing its people.

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