Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Automotive Handling UK

Analogic Jobs US; Wickford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Analogic is seeking a Senior/Lead Mechanical Design Engineer based in the UK (Wickford) to design and develop mechanical handling equipment for manufacturing processes. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage schedules, and ensure designs meet quality, safety, and cost targets.

You will collaborate with in-house engineers, oversee UK/India and subcontract personnel, and support project reviews, documentation, and progress reporting. Expect travel and occasional out-of-hours work as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in Automotive Tooling or Mechanical Handling.
• Manufacturing automation methods and processes.
• Value for money and current market value.
• Supplier base knowledge.
• Understanding of project costs - design, management, manufacture, installation etc.

Responsibilities

• Lead collaborative, innovative design of industrial handling equipment.
• Lead in-house engineers in the UK and/or subcontract personnel.
• Agree project schedules and priorities with the Engineering Manager / Technical Lead.
• Delegate tasks to the Engineering Project team.
• Support regular reviews and management of technical project progress.
• Prepare regular progress reports as required by the Engineering Manager / Technical Lead.
• Collaborate with Engineering Department team leaders and members to share knowledge and apply best practice.
• Help the Engineering Manager schedule projects and resources as required.
• Compile information for operation and maintenance manuals.
• Prepare and send transmittal documents to other departments.
• Provide support and leadership outside normal working hours as required.
• Lead and engage with remote teams in the UK and worldwide.
• Ensure strict adherence to the ‘no fault forward’ philosophy for engineering outputs.

Skills

Organised & motivated

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Team player

Technical literacy

Adaptable

Education

Apprenticeship

HNC Mechanical Eng

Tools

Catia

Job description

Analogic is seeking a Senior/Lead Mechanical Design Engineer based in the UK (Wickford) to design and develop mechanical handling equipment for manufacturing processes. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage schedules, and ensure designs meet quality, safety, and cost targets.

You will collaborate with in-house engineers, oversee UK/India and subcontract personnel, and support project reviews, documentation, and progress reporting. Expect travel and occasional out-of-hours work as needed.