Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

TipTopJob; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer on a permanent basis in Cheltenham. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in design, particularly with sheet metal and CNC machinery. This role involves concept design using CAD, mentoring junior engineers, and working within a multidisciplinary team. The position offers a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• At least 5 years' experience in Design Engineering.
• Proficient using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or Inventor.

Responsibilities

• Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings.
• Mentorship to Junior engineers within the team.
• Liaising with manufacturing providers.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Mechanical engineering theoretical knowledge

Education

HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD Software

MS Office

Job description

ROLE: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

TERM: Permanent

LOCATION : Cheltenham

SALARY: GBP 45,000 : GBP 75,000 (Dependant on experience)

My client is a specialist manufacturer of a variety of products. They are looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team near Cheltenham on a permanent basis.

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

: HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar

: At least 5 years' experience in a similar Design Engineering / CAD Operation position

: Previous experience in the design of Sheet Metal and CNC Machinery

: Be proficient using 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, CATIA V5, OnShape etc.

: Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances

: Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

: Proficient using MS Office

: Excellent organisational skills and time management skills

: Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi:disciplinary team

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Role Will Involve

: Using CAD for concept design and producing technical drawings

: Mentorship to Junior engineers within the team

: Liaising with manufacturing providers

: Being involved in final assembly of products

: Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans

: Updating 3D models and drawings

: Inputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMs

: Checking drawings for sign off

: Working in a small multi:disciplinary team on varied projects

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.