Senior Design Engineer

Adecco; Dartington; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join its specialist engineering team. You will design and develop cutting tools, tooling systems, and precision-engineered components for a range of industrial applications.

With 5+ years of mechanical design experience, you will create SolidWorks models, 2D drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation, while driving products from concept through prototype to production and collaborating with production, CNC, and commercial teams.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer role.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and 2D CAD.
• Experience designing for manufacture in precision tooling or tooling environments.
• Knowledge of DFMA and materials, with good problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Design cutting tools, tooling systems, and precision components.
• Produce SolidWorks 3D models, 2D drawings, and BOMs.
• Drive development from concept to prototype and production.
• Apply engineering principles to improve performance and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with production, CNC, and commercial teams.
• Support continuous improvement and new product introduction.
• Translate customer requirements into practical designs.

Skills

Mechanical design

Product development

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

2D CAD

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Our client is looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their specialist engineering team, designing and developing innovative cutting tools, tooling solutions, and precision-engineered components for a range of industrial applications.

This role is ideal for an engineer with 5+ years' experience in mechanical design within a manufacturing environment, who understands both the technical and practical aspects of designing products for efficient production and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop cutting tools, tooling systems, and precision-engineered components.
• Produce detailed SolidWorks 3D models, 2D CAD drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation.
• Drive product development from concept through prototype, testing, and production.
• Apply mechanical engineering principles to optimise tool performance, durability, and manufacturability.
• Work closely with production, CNC machining, and commercial teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions.
• Support continuous improvement, product enhancement, and new product introduction projects.
• Liaise with customers and internal stakeholders to understand and translate technical requirements into practical designs.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business at the forefront of cutting tool and precision component design, where you'll play a key role in developing products that directly impact manufacturing performance and customer success.

About You

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer role.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and 2D CAD.
• Experience designing components or products for manufacture within a precision engineering or tooling environment.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, machining methods, materials, and Design for Manufacture (DfM).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

Desirable

• Experience within the cutting tool, tooling, precision machining, or metalworking industries.
• Knowledge of CNC machining, tool geometry, and product validation.
• Familiarity with FEA and engineering calculations.

Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.