Senior Design Engineer

Holt Recruitment; Poole; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dorset is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to drive the development of high-performance mechanical products. The ideal candidate will have a Mechanical Engineering degree and 5+ years of product design experience, with proficiency in 3D CAD tools. This role offers a competitive salary, on-site parking, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Pension

On-site parking

Supportive work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product design and mechanical engineering.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD and FEA analysis.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead creation and delivery of high-performance mechanical products.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior engineers.
• Engage with customers to translate needs into innovative solutions.

Skills

3D CAD

FEA analysis

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

• Rate: £10000 - £100000 per annum, Benefits: On site parking, great site
• Type: Permanent

Senior Design Engineer Mechanical Engineering Products

Unleash Your Creativity.

Engineer the Future.

Are you ready to be the key innovator behind cutting-edge mechanical products that make a real impact? Do you thrive on complex challenges, breakthrough thinking, and transforming ideas into engineered reality? Join our client's dynamic team in the stunning county of Dorset and help shape the next generation of excellence in mechanical engineering!

Who will you be working with?

Our client like to think ahead, an ever-evolving and well-supported engineering company at the heart of Dorset, renowned for designing and delivering exceptional mechanical products for diverse markets.

Thier culture celebrates innovation, integrity, and technical mastery backed by a passionate, collaborative team dedicated to setting new industry standards.

What will your responsibilities include as a pivotal Senior Design Engineer?

- Youll spearhead the creation, development, and delivery of high-performance mechanical products.
- Your expertise will guide product design from concept all the way to production, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and mentoring junior talent.
- You will champion innovation, challenge conventions, and drive robust, commercially viable solutions to real-world engineering problems
- Lead the design and developmentof mechanical products, combining creativity with engineering rigour

- Turn bold ideas into reality from initial sketches, FEA simulations, and CAD modelling, to prototyping and final production
- Collaborate cross-functionallywith manufacturing, quality, procurement, and project teams
- Solve complex engineering challenges, ensuring products are reliable, safe, and world-class
- Mentor and inspirejunior engineers, sharing your knowledge and shaping our teams future
- Engage with customers and stakeholders, translating needs into innovative solutions
- Stay at the cutting edge continually research and integrate new materials, technologies, and processes

What our client is looking for in a successful candidate:

- Ideally a Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- Substantial experience (5+ years) in product design and mechanical engineering (ideally in high-precision, high-performance fields)
- Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar), FEA analysis, and design for manufacturing
- A proactive problem-solver and inventive thinker
- Proven leadership and project delivery skills
- Driven, dynamic, and passionate about making a difference
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

What\'s so special about our client?

- Competitive Salary
- Pension
- On- site parking
- Work on innovative, high-impact projects
- Enjoy a supportive, flexible, and stimulating work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Revel in the coastal beauty, vibrant culture, and lifestyle of Dorset

Ready to Engineer Your Next Adventure?
If youre excited about tackling big challenges, making your mark, and working where your ideas matter, we want to hear from you

Apply now with your CV or get in touch at [e-mail]

Create.

Innovate.

Engineer the future with us in Dorset!

• Start: 07/08/2025
• Rate: £10000 - £100000 per annum, Benefits: On site parking, great site