Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Material Handling, Hydraulic Equipment, Industrial Equipment Competitive Salary Plus Benefits Are you ready to take the next step in your career? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, where your skills and expertise will directly contribute to the design and development of bespoke lifting equipment for heavy engineering applications across the globe. This role offers the chance to work on innovative projects, collaborate with talented teams, and pave the way for future leadership opportunities by shadowing the Chief Engineer with the potential to take over this pivotal role. As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer you will : Design bespoke lifting equipment, taking projects from concept to detailed manufacturing drawings. Collaborate with sales and manufacturing teams to ensure technical requirements are met. Perform calculations by hand, Excel, and FEA to verify designs and ensure compliance with standards. Provide technical support during production, testing, installation, and commissioning stages. Produce statutory documents, quality records, and operation and maintenance instructions. Manage multiple projects at various stages of development while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will have: A minimum of an HND in Mechanical Engineering, with a BSc preferred. Proven experience in designing special-purpose machinery, ideally lifting equipment but good mechanical and hydraulic equipment would be considered. Proficiency in CAD being able to use AutoCAD, Inventor, Vault, and Microsoft Office applications for design activities being advantageous although other systems will be considered. Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and British/International engineering standards. Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and within a team. This role is instrumental in supporting the company's mission to deliver innovative, high-quality, and safe designs that are recognised as leading within their sector. You will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions will drive excellence and innovation in the manufacturing industry. Interested?: If you're ready to elevate your career and become an integral part of a company that values expertise, innovation, and growth, apply now! Don't miss this chance to make a real impact as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer. Let's discuss your next career move today! Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included