Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Swift Shift Recruitment • Dungannon • Full-time • £65,000 + Bonus
About the Role
Our client is an established engineering and manufacturing business developing specialist equipment and bespoke mechanical solutions for demanding industrial applications.
Due to continued development across its product range, they are looking to appoint a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to play a key role in the design, development and improvement of technically challenging products, working closely with manufacturing and wider engineering teams.
This position would suit an experienced mechanical design professional who enjoys taking ownership of projects, solving complex engineering problems and seeing designs progress from initial concept through to production.
The Role
You'll be responsible for developing practical, robust and cost-effective mechanical designs, ensuring products meet the required performance, quality and manufacturing standards.
Key responsibilities will include:
• Lead the mechanical design and development of new products, components and bespoke engineering solutions.
• Produce detailed 3D models, manufacturing drawings, cut lists and associated technical documentation.
• Translate customer and project requirements into practical engineering designs.
• Work closely with manufacturing and production teams to ensure designs can be manufactured, assembled and maintained efficiently.
• Carry out design calculations, including structural assessments and strength analysis where required.
• Evaluate materials, components and manufacturing methods to achieve the right balance between performance, durability and cost.
• Identify opportunities to improve existing products, resolve design issues and enhance overall product performance.
• Support the development of jigs, fixtures and other production aids.
• Manage engineering changes and maintain accurate design records throughout the product lifecycle.
• Prepare technical specifications, reports, manuals and documentation to support production and procurement.
• Collaborate with colleagues across engineering, manufacturing, quality and other departments to resolve technical challenges.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant safety requirements, quality standards and internal engineering procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across product design and manufacturing processes.
Requirements
Our client is interested in candidates who can demonstrate:
• Significant experience in mechanical design engineering, ideally within a manufacturing or product development environment.
• A strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and practical design considerations.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modelling and the production of detailed engineering drawings.
• Experience taking designs from concept or development through to manufacture.
• An understanding of material selection, fabrication, assembly and manufacturing processes.
• The ability to investigate technical problems and develop effective engineering solutions.
• Strong attention to detail, with a focus on quality, reliability and product performance.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with production and engineering colleagues.
• The confidence to take ownership of design projects and contribute to technical decisions.
• A proactive approach to improving products, processes and engineering standards.
A degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline would be advantageous.
Experience with structural calculations, bespoke equipment design, design for manufacture and engineering change processes would also be beneficial.
Benefits
• Salary of up to £65,000, depending on experience.
• Performance-related bonus (up to 20%)
• Annual salary review.
• Flexible working arrangements, including flexitime.
• Early finish on Fridays.
• 30 days' annual holiday.
• Health cash plan.
• Gym discount.
• The opportunity to work on bespoke products and technically challenging engineering projects.
• A position offering ownership of design work and close collaboration with manufacturing teams.
Interested?
If you're an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking for a senior opportunity where you can influence product development, solve complex technical challenges and see your designs brought into production, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.
Get in touch to find out more about the opportunity.