Senior Design Engineer

MCS Group; Magherafelt; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering business in Northern Ireland is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead product development projects within the recycling and materials handling industry. The role involves managing a small team, driving innovation, and ensuring quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to take ownership of design projects in a supportive environment focused on continuous improvement.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity for career progression and leadership

Supportive environment focused on innovation

Qualifications

• Recent experience in a similar role, ideally within the recycling or materials handling sector.
• Demonstrable experience in people management and team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of engineering equipment and solutions.
• Produce detailed 3D models and manufacturing documentation.
• Investigate and resolve mechanical issues and identify design improvements.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

Degree in Design Engineering

Tools

3D CAD (Pro-Engineer / Creo)

2D AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Design Engineer
Location: Northern Ireland
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £45K-£55K

MCS Group is pleased to be working with a leading engineering business within the recycling and materials handling industry is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead product development projects from concept through to commissioning.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to take ownership of design projects, support continuous improvement, and manage a small team within a progressive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of engineering equipment and solutions.
• Produce detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, and manufacturing documentation.
• Investigate and resolve mechanical issues and identify design improvements.
• Liaise with Sales and Aftermarket teams to implement customer-driven enhancements.
• Evaluate new materials, components, and manufacturing processes.
• Manage, support, and develop Engineers and Junior Engineers.
• Ensure all work meets internal quality standards and customer specifications.

Essential Criteria:

• Degree in Design Engineering or related discipline.
• Recent experience in a similar role, ideally within the recycling or materials handling sector.
• Proficient in 3D CAD (Pro-Engineer / Creo preferred); knowledge of 2D AutoCAD is advantageous.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrable experience in people management and team development.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a market-leading engineering business.
• A supportive environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Real scope for career progression and leadership.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Ben Picking, Specialist Consultant at MCS Group 028 96 935495

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