Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Industry: Special Purpose Machinery
Salary: £50,000–£60,000
Location: Milton Keynes
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a well-established and innovative engineering business developing production line machinery. The company designs and delivers complex equipment from initial concepts through to commissioning. This is a fantastic role for an engineer looking to make a real impact, with the chance to work on the full product lifecycle as well as taking on day-to-day mentoring and management within the design team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and develop special purpose machinery
* Mentor and manage other design engineers in the team
* Take concepts through detailed design and manufacture
* 2D and 3D CAD design - including layouts and detailed drawings
* Structural design for demanding operating environments
* Build, assemble, and test prototypes
Skills & Experience Required:
* Proven experience in developing capital equipment, conveyors or special purpose machinery
* Strong 2D & 3D CAD skills
* Experience with machining, fabrication, or other production processes
* Hands-on engineering skills, including prototyping, assembly, and fault finding
* Previous experience mentoring and managing engineers is a real bonus
If you’re looking to join a business that values technical excellence, innovation, and practical engineering, then apply with a copy of your CV.