Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, Automation Machinery

Premier Technical Recruitment Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Technical Recruitment Ltd's Leicester-based client, a leading automation system designer and manufacturer, seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in the East Midlands.

You will design and oversee specialist machinery projects from order to handover, use 3D CAD (Solid Edge preferred), review designs, manage BOMs, liaise with customers and suppliers, and help ensure on-time delivery within budget.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with 7+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in automation machinery.
• Strong background in robotics, automation, and mechanical mechanisms design.
• Proficient in 3D CAD and design for assembly, with knowledge of applicable standards and CE marking requirements.
• Experience delivering projects on time and within budget with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and detailing for multiple automation projects from order to handover.
• Conduct design reviews to ensure robust, reliable designs that meet budget constraints.
• Prepare BOMs and liaise with suppliers for cost-effective components.
• Coordinate with fitters, electricians and customers to ensure smooth builds and site installations.

Skills

Mechanical design

Robotics

Automation

3D CAD

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solid Edge

SolidWorks

Inventor

Creo

Job description

Premier Technical Recruitment Ltd's Leicester-based client, a leading automation system designer and manufacturer, seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in the East Midlands.

You will design and oversee specialist machinery projects from order to handover, use 3D CAD (Solid Edge preferred), review designs, manage BOMs, liaise with customers and suppliers, and help ensure on-time delivery within budget.