Senior Design Engineer

Serve Talent; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead a talented project engineering team. This role offers the chance to shape design practices and drive innovation across exciting engineering projects. You will be responsible for mentoring engineers, improving engineering procedures, and ensuring designs meet local and international standards. With a competitive salary, a hybrid working model, and various perks, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a real impact in their field.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Early finish on Fridays

Cycle to work scheme

On-site parking

Sick pay

Free tea, coffee, milk, and fresh fruit

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Design Engineer or similar role.
• Hands-on skills in design analysis and material specification.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing a team of project engineers.
• Reviewing and improving engineering procedures for efficiency.
• Mentoring and developing engineering talent.

Skills

Design Analysis

Material Specification

Technical Leadership

Problem-Solving

Client Communication

Job description

Senior Design Engineer

Hours: Full-time Hybrid working available (3 days office / 2 days home after probation)

Join a company where your ideas, leadership, and technical expertise will make a real impact.

We are looking for an experienced and driven Senior Design Engineer to lead a talented project engineering team, shape design practices, and drive innovation across exciting engineering projects. If you re ready to take ownership of your work, mentor others, and be recognised for your expertise, this could be your next step.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading and managing a team of project engineers, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are consistently met.
• Supporting project teams and attending client meetings as the technical expert when needed.
• Reviewing and improving engineering procedures and practices to deliver greater efficiency, accuracy, and innovation.
• Signing off final designs, technical documentation, and bills of materials.
• Developing engineering calculations, material selections, and technical analysis using the latest tools and techniques.
• Acting as the technical authority across projects and cross-functional teams.
• Mentoring and developing engineering talent, providing technical guidance and support, particularly on complex and high-profile projects.
• Championing improvements in design systems and software, with the opportunity to be part of exciting change management initiatives.
• Ensuring that all designs meet the latest local and international standards.

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience as a Senior Design Engineer or similar technical leadership role.
• A hands-on approach with strong skills in design analysis, calculations, and material specification.
• Confident communicator, able to liaise with clients and internal teams at all levels.
• A passion for mentoring and developing the next generation of engineers.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous improvement.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary and company pension scheme
• Early finish on Fridays
• Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days working from home after probation)
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Free tea, coffee, milk, and fresh fruit every day

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a high-impact role where your leadership and expertise will be valued and where you ll have real influence on shaping engineering practices for the future.

Ready to take the lead?
Apply now with your CV or contact Lewis Woollard direct on (phone number removed)