Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

White Label Recruitment Ltd; Denby Dale; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a machinery manufacturer in Huddersfield. This hands-on role includes mentoring junior engineers and leading bespoke machinery projects. Candidates should have at least 10 years of mechanical design experience and strong 3D CAD skills. A competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000 plus benefits is offered.

Benefits

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Highly flexible start/finish times

Pension

Early finish Fridays

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' mechanical design experience.
• Experience in designing bespoke machinery is advantageous.
• Solid understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of bespoke machinery.
• Deliver complete manufacturing drawing packs.
• Provide day-to-day support and mentoring to junior design engineers.

Skills

3D CAD capability

Problem-solving

Communication

Project leadership

Education

HNC or higher in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Inventor

Job description

Overview

White Label is partnered with a long-established machinery manufacturer in Huddersfield that require a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team.

This is a hands-on, senior-level position within a growing team. You'll play a lead role in project delivery, mentor junior team members, and help drive design improvements across bespoke machinery projects.

Salary is in the region of £45,000 - £50,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Highly flexible start/finish times
• Pension
• Early finish Fridays

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of bespoke machinery, interpreting customer requirements and translating concepts into detailed 2D/3D CAD models.
• Deliver complete manufacturing drawing packs, ensuring designs are optimised for production and assembly.
• Release and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BoMs) through the MRP system, working closely with Procurement and Production.
• Act as a key technical point of contact across engineering, production, and sales, supporting internal teams with design input and guidance.
• Provide day-to-day support and mentoring to junior design engineers.
• Take ownership of design standards, processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to NPI and R&D projects, supporting the company\'s drive into new markets and product diversification.
• Attend design reviews, customer meetings and occasionally support commissioning where needed.

Experience required

• Minimum of 10 years\' mechanical design experience.
• Strong 3D CAD capability - Inventor preferred, but other packages will be considered.
• Experience in designing bespoke machinery would be advantageous.
• Solid understanding of engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing methods.
• HNC or higher in Mechanical Engineering (or similar).
• Able to take the lead on projects and support the wider team with technical direction.
• Clear communicator with a proactive, problem-solving approach.

This vacancy is being managed by Paul Smith. Apply now for immediate consideration