Senior Design Engineer

Clockwork Organisation Ltd t/a Travail Employment; Ellesmere; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Clockwork Organisation Ltd t/a Travail Employment is seeking a Senior Design Engineer in the UK. The role focuses on leading complex engineering projects, driving innovative product development, and ensuring design excellence within a manufacturing setting.

You will guide a team of Design Engineers, develop industry-leading engineered products, and collaborate with production to improve manufacturability and efficiency. A strong CAD and design background is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a related discipline.
• Experience in engineering design within a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced 3D CAD experience, ideally SolidWorks.
• Strong knowledge of fabricated and welded products.
• Understanding of pressure vessel design and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of engineered products using advanced 3D CAD software.
• Produce detailed manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, and Bills of Materials.
• Manage complex customer-driven projects from concept to production.
• Drive new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and support Design Engineers within the team.
• Collaborate with production teams to improve manufacturability and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with relevant engineering standards, regulations, and quality requirements.
• Provide technical support for proposals, quotations, and customer specifications.

Skills

SolidWorks

3D CAD

Engineering design

Mentoring

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD software

Job description

Senior Design Engineer

Salary: PLEASE ENQUIRE | Permanent | Full-Time

Location: commutable from Wrexham, Oswestry, Shrewsbury, Ellesmere

Why you'll love this role:

• Lead high-impact engineering projects.
• Influence product strategy and innovation.
• Clear career progression towards Engineering Manager, Head of Engineering, Technical Director, or Operations Director.
• Opportunity to mentor and develop engineering talent.
• Work within a collaborative, forward-thinking manufacturing environment focused on continuous improvement and technical excellence

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Design Engineer or a Design Engineer ready to take the lead on complex engineering projects, innovative product development, and technical design excellence? We're seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join a growing manufacturing organisation where you'll play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading engineered products and driving continuous improvement across the business

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of engineered products using advanced 3D CAD software.
• Produce detailed manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, and Bills of Materials.
• Manage complex customer-driven projects from concept to production.
• Drive new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and support Design Engineers within the team.
• Collaborate with production teams to improve manufacturability and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with relevant engineering standards, regulations, and quality requirements.
• Provide technical support for proposals, quotations, and customer specifications.

About You

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a related discipline.
• Experience in engineering design within a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced 3D CAD experience, ideally SolidWorks.
• Strong knowledge of fabricated and welded products.
• Understanding of pressure vessel design and manufacturing processes.

Additional job titles/skills: Graduate Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, Cad Engineer, Design Engineer