Senior Mechanical Design Engineer — Hybrid, Lead Projects

Sapien Engineering; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid 3+2

Ownership of projects

Influence engineering decisions

Job summary

Sapien Engineering in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to own the design and development of machinery and mechanical assemblies, shape technical decisions and potentially lead a design team.

The role combines hands-on design with management progression, offering hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 at home) and a salary of £45,000–£55,000 depending on experience. Sponsorship for employment visas is not available.

Qualifications

• Experience leading design teams or coordinating a design function.
• Hands-on design experience in machinery and mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to manage projects from concept to manufacture and installation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of machinery and mechanical assemblies.
• Take ownership of design projects from concept through to manufacture and installation including documentation.
• Ensure designs meet quality, safety, functionality and manufacturing requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve design processes and engineering efficiency.
• Contribute to technical decisions and the ongoing development of engineering capabilities.

Job description

Sapien Engineering in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to own the design and development of machinery and mechanical assemblies, shape technical decisions and potentially lead a design team.

The role combines hands-on design with management progression, offering hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 at home) and a salary of £45,000–£55,000 depending on experience. Sponsorship for employment visas is not available.