Lead Mechanical Design Engineer – Automation & Robotics

Premier Technical Recruitment; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Leicester area to lead innovative automation projects. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of mechanical design experience, using 3D CAD tools like SolidEdge or SolidWorks. Responsibilities include managing project design, liaising with customers and teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This role offers competitive compensation and career growth within a well-established firm committed to innovative engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in a mechanical design role ideally related to automation machinery.
• Expert user of a 3D parametric CAD package, ideally SolidEdge.
• Knowledge of national and international standards for machine design and safety.

Responsibilities

• Design and detail multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery.
• Perform mechanical design and detailing using 3D CAD.
• Communicate effectively with team members and customers.
• Conduct project reviews and maintain Technical Construction Files.

Skills

Mechanical design

Robotics

Automation

3D CAD (SolidEdge, SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo)

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SolidEdge

SolidWorks

Inventor

Creo

Job description

A leading recruitment firm seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Leicester area to lead innovative automation projects. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of mechanical design experience, using 3D CAD tools like SolidEdge or SolidWorks. Responsibilities include managing project design, liaising with customers and teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This role offers competitive compensation and career growth within a well-established firm committed to innovative engineering solutions.