Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

3 Sixty Resourcing; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering business is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead innovative product development projects. In this full-time, permanent role, you will utilize your expertise in 2D/3D CAD tools to design and develop high-quality products. Collaborating closely with teams, you will oversee the entire design process, from concept through testing and commissioning, ensuring manufacturability and adherence to engineering standards. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers clear progression opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Ongoing training and career development

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical design engineering with a focus on product development.
• Strong skills in 2D/3D CAD software and materials understanding.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design projects from concept to completion.
• Produce detailed drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation.
• Support prototyping, testing, and validation of designs.

Skills

Mechanical Design Engineer experience

2D/3D CAD software (AutoCAD, Inventor)

Understanding of materials

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Team-focused mindset

Tools

Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Full-time, Permanent
Cambridgeshire
Up to £65k DOE

In a nutshell…

Our client is a well-established engineering business known for innovation, technical excellence, and high-quality product delivery across multiple sectors. As they continue to grow, they're now on the hunt for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team and help lead exciting new product development projects from concept to completion including testing and commissioning.

What's involved for the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer…

• Lead the mechanical design of products and systems using 3D CAD tools such as Inventor or AutoCAD
• Produce detailed drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation
• Support the prototyping, testing, and validation of designs
• Liaise with manufacturing and supply chain to ensure design for manufacturability
• Conduct design reviews and feasibility studies
• Help continuously improve design processes and engineering standards

What you'll need…

• Mechanical Design Engineer experience
• Strong skills in 2D/3D CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Inventor)
• Excellent understanding of materials
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
• A proactive, team-focused mindset

Benefits for the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

• Competitive salary
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays +1 day each year served (Max 25 days)
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training and career development
• Clear progression within a growing, innovative company
• Full-time, permanent role Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:30

How to Apply:

Ready to bring your engineering expertise to a forward-thinking company with big plans? Apply now and take the next step in your career.