Senior Design Engineer

E3 Recruitment; Brighouse; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering company is seeking a Senior Design Engineer in Huddersfield. The role involves interpreting technical specifications, selecting materials, and ensuring design quality. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in engineering or manufacturing and a relevant degree. The position offers a competitive salary, 26 days annual leave, and various employee benefits including enhanced sick pay and discounts.

Benefits

26 Days annual leave

Up to 8% employer contributions

Enhanced company sick pay

Optical vouchers

Employee assistance

Discounts and cash back offers

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Engineering or Manufacturing environments.
• Experience tracking financial elements of a project.
• Relevant project management qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Interpret technical specifications for designs.
• Select materials and perform engineering calculations.
• Review design work for accuracy and quality.
• Prepare design reports and support sales processes.
• Contribute to new product development.

Skills

Experience as Senior Design Engineer or similar

Knowledge of design standards (API, ASME)

Project management skills

Education

Degree or HND in a relevant engineering discipline

Job description

Overview

Senior Design Engineer required for a leading precision engineering company, serving industries such as Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Food & Beverage and Chemical Processing with critical components from multiple global locations including 4 UK sites. This opportunity is based in Huddersfield, meaning the successful Senior Design Engineer will be able to commute from surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Interpret technical specifications for designs that meet both contractual obligations and service performance requirements.
• Select appropriate materials and perform engineering calculations to accurately size valve components.
• Review and verify the design work produced by other team members to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Prepare comprehensive design reports and offer technical input to support sales and tender processes.
• Contribute to the development of new products and the integration of emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Experience as Senior Design Engineer or similar within an Engineering or Manufacturing environment — ideally 3-5 years of experience.
• Degree or HND in a relevant engineering discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience tracking financial elements of a project.
• Knowledge of design standards (API, ASME; ASME III desirable).
• Relevant project management related qualifications.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary (depending on experience).
• 26 Days annual leave + Bank holidays.
• Up to 8% employer contributions.
• Mon - Thur 8am - 4.30pm; Fri - 8am - 1pm.
• Enhanced company sick pay.
• Optical vouchers, employee assistance, Discounts, cash back and offers.

How to Apply

To apply for the Senior Design Engineer position, please click "Apply Now" and attach an updated copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Alex Feather at E3 Recruitment for more information.