Job Description
JobTitle: Senior Mechanical Design EngineerLocation: Cambridge (Hybrid Working - 3 Days On-Site Per Week)Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Bonus & Benefits (Depending on Experience) Please Note: All Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without the need for VISA sponsorship now or in the future.Role Overview:Zenovo are looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their client in Cambridge who design and manufacture globally recognised consumer products.An ideal candidate will have at least 5-Years of Commercial Experience in a Product Development Environment, having been involved in taking Products through from Concept to Manufacturing. They will also be capable of leading and mentoring junior engineers when needed.Job Responsibilities:
* Develop new product concepts and prototypes with cross-functional engineering teams.
* Create practical and manufacturable product designs.
* Produce 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
* Select materials and manufacturing processes for product development.
* Design components for injection moulding, die casting, extrusion, and sheet metal fabrication.
* Perform engineering analysis, testing, and design validation.
* Apply DFM/DFA principles and manage BOMs and design data.
* Collaborate with engineers, suppliers, and manufacturing partners throughout development.
* Support tooling, production builds, and product launch activities.
* Mentor junior engineers and contribute to project delivery when required.
Required Skills & Experience:
* Degree, HND, or HNC in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
* At least 5 years' experience in product design and development, ideally with electrical or electro-mechanical consumer products.
* Strong 3D CAD skills, including surfacing and solid modelling.
* Familiarity with SolidWorks
* Understanding of taking electrical/electronic products from design through to manufacture.
* Experience using PTC Creo and Windchill PDM is desirable but not essential
* Experience designing products for demanding environments is an advantage.