Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Coventry

Caudwell Marine is an innovative start‑up engineering company, financially backed by John Caudwell, entrepreneur, business leader and philanthropist. We are developing a revolutionary patented outboard motor and Vessel Control System. As a growing and dynamic team, we are passionate about bringing this cutting‑edge technology to market. At Caudwell Marine, every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of our product. With a collaborative and hands‑on approach, we foster an environment of mutual support, where each person’s expertise drives the success of our ambitious plan.

Due to expansion, we are hiring a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team in Coventry.

• Freeform surfacing (A, B & C surfaces, sealing and closures).
• Produce robust 3D CAD models and accurate 2D drawings using Siemens NX (preferred).
• Create any associated documents to support the design, validation, release, and implementation of new and existing products.
• Ensure the design meets performance, safety, reliability, and manufacturability requirements.
• Lead or support technical design reviews.
• Interpret engineering data and perform necessary calculations to verify system performance and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Marketing, IP, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and suppliers to ensure product designs align with customer and business needs.
• Provide responsive technical support.
• Document key engineering data and decisions.
• Support the creation and refinement of internal engineering processes, tools, and design standards.
• Contribute to shaping the direction of future product development by sharing insight and innovative ideas.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• 5-10 years of mechanical engineering experience, with time served in a senior-level design role.
• Expertise in the design of mechanical systems, especially powertrain, drivetrain, and hydraulic system coupled with complex surfacing experience.
• Proficient in UGNX CAD (preferred) and experience with PLM systems like Teamcenter.
• Skilled in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Good understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Familiarity with phase-gate engineering processes.
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes.

• High integrity and professionalism.
• Strong team orientation with a willingness to support and collaborate across functions.
• Proactive and results-driven, with strong energy and a sense of urgency.
• Able to balance hands‑on execution with longer‑term process improvement.
• Business‑minded; makes decisions that support company‑wide goals, not just local objectives.
• Highly organized with excellent planning and prioritization skills.
• Confident communicator across all levels of the business.

• Location: Coventry
• Working Hours & Hybrid Policy: The standard working hours for this role are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We offer a hybrid working arrangement, requiring three days in the office, including a mandatory in‑office day on Wednesdays, and two days working from home. Flexibility may be required based on business needs.