Senior Mechanical Design/Project Engineer in Southampton

Senior Mechanical Design/Project Engineer in Southampton

Southampton Full-Time 55000 - 70000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Matthew James Group Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead exciting engineering projects from design to delivery, ensuring top-notch quality and compliance.
  • Company: Join a well-established engineering firm with a focus on innovation and teamwork.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression, and opportunities for international travel.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for continuous improvement and professional development.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in engineering while mentoring the next generation of engineers.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in manufacturing or systems-based environments.

The predicted salary is between 55000 - 70000 £ per year.

Senior Mechanical Engineer -Perm -Camberley -£50k-£65k Our well-established engineering client is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its team.

This is a broad, hands-on role combining design, project delivery, and cross-functional coordination across engineering, production, sales, and external stakeholders.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will take ownership of projects from initial specification through to delivery, ensuring high engineering standards, cost control, and timely execution.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Mechanical Engineer Lead full lifecycle delivery of engineered systems, from design through to dispatch and commissioning.

Work with customers to define specifications, prepare quotations, and support commercial activities.

Produce fabrication/manufacturing drawings and specify components and suppliers.

Manage subcontractors and procurement activities, including raising purchase orders.

Develop inspection and test plans, carry out final inspections, and support system testing.

Maintain project cost tracking to protect margins.

Support shipping processes and ensure all documentation is accurate and delivered on time.

Contribute to commissioning activities, including occasional site visits (UK and international).

Ensure compliance with relevant standards (including CE, ATEX, PED) and good engineering practice.

Support new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Provide technical support across the business and mentor junior engineering staff.

Requirements of the Senior Mechanical Engineer Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent), with ambitions toward Chartered status.

Proven experience in a manufacturing or systems-based engineering environment.

Strong background in piping systems, flow/pressure characteristics, and fuel-related systems (desirable).

Knowledge of pumps, valves, metering, and filtration systems advantageous.

Commercially aware, with experience managing costs and delivering profitable projects.

Proficient in 3D CAD (e. g.

Autodesk Inventor); experience with PDM systems beneficial.

Strong communication skills and ability to manage changing priorities.

Familiarity with engineering compliance standards (CE, ATEX, PED).

Full UK driving licence required.

Package

Senior Mechanical Design/Project Engineer in Southampton employer: Matthew James Group Ltd

Join a well-established company in Abingdon that values its employees and offers a dynamic work environment for Electrical Technicians. With a focus on interesting projects and long-term contract opportunities, the company fosters a culture of growth and development, ensuring that you can enhance your skills while contributing to exciting electrical installations and commissioning tasks.

Matthew James Group Ltd

Contact Details:

Matthew James Group Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Mechanical Design/Project Engineer in Southampton

Mechanical Engineering
Project Delivery
Cross-Functional Coordination
Specification Definition
Fabrication/Manufacturing Drawings
Subcontractor Management
Procurement Activities