Senior Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Marlow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Marlow seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to take ownership of high-integrity design projects. Responsibilities include full lifecycle mechanical design for aerospace systems, leading teams, and conducting simulations. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and 8+ years' experience in aerospace or defence. Competitive salary up to £65,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in aerospace or defence engineering.
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards).
• Proven track record of delivering mechanical design solutions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver detailed mechanical designs using 2D/3D CAD.
• Conduct FEA and CFD simulations.
• Act as Lead Engineer on key projects.

Skills

Mechanical design

2D/3D CAD (SolidWorks)

FEA and CFD simulations

Project leadership

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Aerospace & Defence

Marlow | Up to £65,000 DOE + Benefits

A leading name in aerospace innovation is looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to take ownership of complex, high-integrity design projects that support global defence and civil aviation programmes.

This is a technically senior role with real influence. You’ll be responsible for full lifecycle mechanical design, from initial concepts through to final delivery, on a range of mission-critical products used in airborne environments.

The Opportunity

You’ll work on the development of aerospace systems, leading design activity and supporting the wider engineering team. Expect a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your expertise will directly shape high-performance solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver detailed mechanical designs using 2D/3D CAD (SolidWorks )
• Conduct FEA and CFD simulations to validate performance and structural integrity
• Act as Lead Engineer on key projects, with responsibility for cost, schedule, and quality
• Produce engineering documentation and drawings in line with BS8888 and ISO standards
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and drive continuous improvement
• Support legacy product upgrades, tooling improvements, and obsolescence management

• About You

  • Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline)
  • 8+ years’ experience in aerospace or defence engineering
  • Chartered Engineer status (or working towards)
  • Proven track record of delivering mechanical design solutions through the full product lifecycle
  • Strong understanding of materials, finishes, and environmental factors
  • Confident using simulation tools (FEA/CFD) to influence and validate designs
  • Comfortable leading projects and working cross-functionally in a multi-disciplinary team

  Desirable Experience

  • Knowledge of composite materials and manufacturing techniques
  • SolidWorks CAD proficiency
  • Familiarity with requirements management and project engineering

  This is a chance to join a high-performing engineering team that takes pride in technical excellence, problem-solving, and precision. If you're looking for a role that challenges and rewards in equal measure, this is it.

  Please ‘APPLY NOW’ or reach out to Ellie at Orion Electrotech.

  Thank you for your application. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website.