Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Platform Recruitment; Totnes; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Totnes is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to focus on the design and development of mechanical components for high-performance products. The role requires advanced proficiency in SolidWorks and experience with complex assemblies. You'll collaborate with an R&D team to see your designs progress rapidly into manufactured products, offering an innovative and supportive environment.

Benefits

Access to the latest design technology

Product training

Supportive R&D team environment

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks (3D modelling and drafting).
• Experience working with complex assemblies, machining, or fitting.
• Strong understanding of designing pressure housings.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for products.
• Produce accurate 3D models and technical drawings using SolidWorks.
• Support production team with mechanical problem-solving.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks

Experience with complex assemblies

Strong understanding of designing pressure housings

Attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

Role: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Totnes, Devon
Salary: Up to £50,000 DOE

We are working with an established technology business seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their R&D team. The company designs and manufactures specialist high-performance products used internationally, with a strong reputation for innovation and quality.

This role will focus on the design and development of the mechanical aspects of the next generation of products. You will be working closely with other engineers in a collaborative team, using 3D CAD tools to take concepts through to manufacture. The position also includes providing mechanical problem-solving support to production and contributing to continuous improvements in product performance and design.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for new and existing products.
• Produce accurate 3D models and detailed technical drawings using SolidWorks.
• Use CAD facilities for 3D rendering and prototyping.
• Work closely with colleagues, suppliers, and sub-contractors to ensure effective design delivery.
• Support the production team with mechanical problem-solving and design queries.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks (3D modelling and drafting).
• Experience working with complex assemblies, machining, or fitting.
• Strong understanding of designing pressure housings.
• Proven ability to produce detailed designs for manufacture.
• Strong self-management skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Desirable Experience

• Working with moulded products, resins, plastics, adhesives, or optomechanical equipment design.

What's on Offer

• Access to the latest design technology and tools.
• Product training and use of in-house and external test facilities.
• A supportive R&D team environment.
• The opportunity to see your designs progress rapidly into manufactured products.