Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

VIQU IT Recruitment; Royal Leamington Spa; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus up to £1,000

Job summary

A well-established engineering organisation in Royal Leamington Spa seeks a Senior Vehicle Mechanical Design Engineer. This hybrid position involves leading the design and development of mechanical components and vehicle chassis systems. Candidates should have a strong mechanical design background in specialist vehicles and experience with 3D CAD software. A competitive salary of £60,000 is offered, along with a bonus for successful referrals.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND, Apprenticeship, or Degree (BEng/MEng preferred) in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong mechanical design experience within specialist vehicles or similar engineered products.
• Proven ability to produce and approve detailed engineering drawings and BOMs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of mechanical components and vehicle chassis systems.
• Produce and approve high-quality 3D models, assemblies, and 2D drawings.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

Problem-solving ability

3D CAD software proficiency

Manufacturing process understanding

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solid Edge

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

Senior Vehicle Mechanical Design Engineer – Warwick (Hybrid) – £60,000

VIQU is partnering with a well-established engineering organisation in the specialist vehicle sector to recruit a Senior Vehicle Mechanical Design Engineer. This is a key position offering technical ownership of complex mechanical and chassis systems from concept through to production and in-service support, within a collaborative hybrid working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of mechanical components, assemblies, and vehicle chassis systems from concept through to production release
• Produce and approve high-quality 3D models, assemblies, 2D drawings, and BOMs in accordance with BS8888 and internal standards
• Take technical ownership of designs, ensuring performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost targets are achieved
• Perform engineering analysis including structural integrity, fatigue, and material selection to validate design solutions
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers where required
• Work closely with manufacturing, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to ensure efficient product introduction and production readiness
• Lead root cause investigations into field and production issues, implementing corrective and preventative actions
• Drive engineering change management processes, ensuring design integrity and traceability
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across design and engineering processes
• Support supplier engagement, design reviews, and technical decision-making

Key Requirements

• HNC/HND, Apprenticeship, or Degree (BEng/MEng preferred) in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Strong mechanical design experience within specialist vehicles, heavy goods vehicles, plant machinery, yellow goods, or similar engineered products
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals including structures, stress, fatigue, and material selection
• Experience using 3D CAD software (Solid Edge preferred, SolidWorks, Creo, or equivalent acceptable)
• Proven ability to produce and approve detailed engineering drawings and BOMs
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes including welding, fabrication, and pressed components
• Experience working within engineering change management and product lifecycle processes
• Strong problem-solving ability with a practical engineering mindset
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team

Know someone suitable? You could earn up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (T&Cs apply)