Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Full-Time 50000 - 70000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Central Employment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Design and develop advanced RF and microwave products for defence, telecoms, and space.
  • Company: Join a cutting-edge engineering team focused on innovative technology.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with exposure to high-reliability industries.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in high-performance product development and lead exciting projects.
  • Qualifications: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with SolidWorks expertise and electronics packaging experience.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.

We're looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join an engineering team developing advanced RF and microwave products used across defence, telecoms and space applications. This is a hands‑on role suited to a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer who enjoys solving complex packaging, thermal and mechanical integration challenges while providing technical leadership across projects. You’ll work alongside RF, electronics and systems engineers to develop high-performance products from concept through to manufacture.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Mechanical design of enclosures, assemblies and electronics packaging
  • Thermal management and design for reliability
  • 3D CAD modelling and drawing creation using SolidWorks
  • Supporting FEA and engineering analysis activities
  • Design for manufacture across CNC machining, sheet metal and assembly processes
  • Working closely with RF and electronics teams to optimise product performance
  • Supporting prototype build, test and product qualification
  • Leading design reviews and mentoring engineers

What we’re looking for:

  • Senior or Lead Mechanical Design Engineer background
  • Experience designing products that incorporate electronics
  • Strong SolidWorks capability
  • Understanding of thermal management and electronics packaging
  • Experience of taking products from concept through to production
  • Exposure to defence, aerospace, telecoms, space, instrumentation or other high‑reliability environments would be advantageous

This is a great opportunity to join a business working on genuinely interesting technology where mechanical engineering has a direct impact on product performance.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer employer: Central Employment

Central Employment is an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture in Teesside, where employees are encouraged to develop their skills and grow within the company. With a focus on employee satisfaction and professional development, you will have access to tailored training opportunities and the chance to work with diverse clients, making your role both meaningful and rewarding.

Central Employment

Contact Details:

Central Employment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design
3D CAD Modelling
SolidWorks
Thermal Management
Electronics Packaging
Design for Manufacture
CNC Machining