Job Title: Senior Design EngineerLocation: Portarlington, Co. LaoisSalary: €70,000 - €85,000+DescriptionWe are hiring for our client, an established engineering manufacturer, who are seeking an experienced Senior Design Engineer to join their team in Portarlington.This Senior Design Engineer role will focus on leading the redesign and development of an existing prototype product. The successful Senior Design Engineer will take ownership of a key engineering project while working within a small, highly experienced design team and collaborating closely with the manufacturing floor. This opportunity would suit a practical and hands-on Senior Design Engineer who enjoys working in a manufacturing environment and leading projects from concept through to production.Candidates relocating with relevant industry experience may be considered for relocation support, subject to discussion. Top 3 Things to Know About this Job€70,000 - €85,000+ salary depending on experienceLead a major product redesign projectHands-on engineering role within a growing manufacturing business The RoleLead the redesign and development of an existing prototype productManage mechanical design projects from concept through to productionProduce engineering drawings, parts books and Bills of Materials (BOMs)Work closely with the manufacturing team and shop floor to resolve design and production challengesEnsure designs are practical, manufacturable and commercially viableProvide technical support and troubleshooting within the engineering and production teamsContribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering function The PersonStrong experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer within a manufacturing environmentExperience leading engineering projects or taking ownership of product developmentAbility to produce BOMs, parts books and technical documentationComfortable working closely with production teams on the shop floorStrong mechanical problem-solving and troubleshooting skillsSelf-motivated, proactive and capable of working independentlyExperience in areas such as trailers, lifting equipment, hydraulic systems or fabricated steel products would be advantageousEngineering degree desirable but not essential - qualified by experience candidates are encouraged to apply The Rewards€70,000 - €85,000+ salaryOpportunity to lead a key product development projectJoin a close-knit engineering team with real influence on design decisionsLong-term career opportunity within a stable and growing manufacturing businessRelocation support may be considered for candidates relocating with relevant industry experience Next Steps - Why Hunter SavageFor further information and to apply for this Senior Mechanical Design Engineer job, please contact Dominic Heron. Hunter Savage is a specialist recruitment consultancy focused on connecting talented professionals with leading employers across the Engineering & Manufacturing sector across the UK & Ireland.Salary details are provided as a guide and may vary depending on experience and expertise.We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on the calibre of response.Skills:lead design engineer mechanical design engineer senior design engineer senior mechanical design engineerWHJS1_NI