Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Rubicon Recruitment; Wareham; On-site; GBP 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Wareham, offering a salary of £57,000. This role will involve leading the design and development of mechanical systems for complex applications, producing CAD models, and collaborating with stakeholders. Required qualifications include a degree in Mechanical Engineering and proficiency in CAD software. The position includes multiple benefits ensuring work-life balance and professional growth, creating an encouraging work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Enhanced annual leave entitlement

Life assurance

Income protection

Master Trust pension scheme

Professional subscription reimbursement

Free onsite gym access

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of stress, materials, and manufacturability.
• Experience designing for cost, reliability, and testability.
• Knowledge of systems engineering or multidisciplinary design environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of mechanical systems for complex applications.
• Produce and review CAD models, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Support integration, testing, and commissioning activities across disciplines.
• Conduct design reviews and ensure compliance with technical standards.

Skills

Mechanical design principles

Proficiency in CAD software

Ability to interpret technical requirements

Collaboration with suppliers and stakeholders

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Solid Edge

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer | Wareham | £57,000

Are you a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges with precision and structure? Do you enjoy working independently in highly technical environments where your expertise directly shapes advanced mechanical solutions? This opportunity will allow a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to influence next‑generation maritime technologies while operating within a methodical, engineering‑led culture.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours to support personal commitments
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement with additional days awarded for length of service
• Life assurance providing financial security for your beneficiaries
• Income protection offering peace of mind should long term illness occur
• Access to a Master Trust pension scheme with competitive employer contributions
• Professional subscription reimbursement for continued development
• Free onsite gym access and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
• Free onsite parking and access to electric car charging points
• Access to health and wellbeing support including remote GP, physio and mental health services… and more!

Responsibilities

• Leading the design and development of mechanical systems for complex applications
• Producing and reviewing CAD models, drawings, and technical documentation
• Defining system architectures, materials, and components to meet engineering requirements
• Supporting integration, testing, and commissioning activities across disciplines
• Conducting design reviews and ensuring compliance with technical standards
• Collaborating with suppliers and stakeholders to resolve technical challenges

Qualifications

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles including stress, materials, and manufacturability
• Proficiency in CAD software (Solid Edge preferred)
• Experience designing for cost, reliability, and testability
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and translate them into robust solutions
• Knowledge of systems engineering or multidisciplinary design environments

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and apply to this Senior Mechanical Design Engineer vacancy, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Crotty at Rubicon for more information