At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design of advanced mechanical systems and tackle complex engineering challenges.
- Company: Globally recognised engineering firm with a focus on innovation and technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, early finishes, and generous pension scheme.
- Other info: Collaborative R&D environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on cutting-edge products across various high-tech sectors.
- Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years in product development.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Location: Leicester
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (DOE) + Excellent Benefits
Permanent | Full-Time
Are you a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer who enjoys solving highly complex engineering challenges? Do you want to work on cutting-edge products used across aerospace, defence, medical, automotive and energy sectors? Are you looking for a role where you can influence product development from concept through to manufacture?
A globally recognised engineering and technology business is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join its innovative Research & Development team in Leicester. The company designs and manufactures highly sophisticated instrumentation and precision-engineered systems used by some of the world's leading organisations. Their products combine advanced mechanics, electronics, software and control systems to deliver exceptional levels of performance and accuracy. This is an opportunity to work on genuine complex products, taking ownership of design challenges and contributing to the next generation of engineering innovation.
The Opportunity
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll play a key role in the design, validation and development of advanced electro-mechanical systems, working across the full product lifecycle from concept through to production. You'll join a collaborative multidisciplinary R&D environment where innovation, technical excellence and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of mechanical sub-assemblies and precision mechanisms
- Define mechanical performance specifications from system-level requirements
- Carry out design calculations, validation activities and engineering analysis
- Support prototype development, testing and introduction into manufacturing
- Collaborate closely with electronics, software, manufacturing and operations teams
- Ensure designs meet quality, cost, performance and reliability objectives
About You - Skills & Experience
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- 5+ years experience in mechanical design and product development
- Proven experience delivering products through the full design lifecycle
- Strong understanding of precision engineering, mechanisms and manufacturing processes
- Knowledge of drives, controls and electro-mechanical systems
What's on Offer?
- 25 days holiday + Christmas shutdown
- Early finish every Friday
- Generous matched pension scheme
- Ongoing training and development support
- Support towards Chartered Engineer status
Apply Today
If you're a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer looking for a technically challenging role where you can work on complex products and cutting-edge technology, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential discussion.
