Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, West Midlands

Energy Jobline CVL; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy job board is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer. This role involves leading mechanical design projects from concept to manufacture while overseeing a small design team. Candidates should have at least 8 years of relevant experience and a degree in Mechanical Engineering. The position offers a salary between £50,000 and £55,000 with a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• 8 years’ experience in machinery, process, or automation design.
• Strong fabrication, pipework, and assembly knowledge.
• Experience mentoring, checking drawings, and maintaining design standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design from concept to manufacture for machinery and process systems.
• Oversee a small design team, checking and approving work to ensure quality.
• Manage drawing release, revision control, and documentation.

Skills

Strong fabrication knowledge

8 years' experience in machinery design

Confident communicator

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 (DOE)
Type: Permanent / Hybrid

The Role

Lead mechanical design from concept to manufacture for machinery and process systems.

Oversee a small design team, checking and approving work to ensure quality and accuracy.

Produce 3D models, assemblies, fabrication drawings, and BOMs.

Plan workloads, allocate resources, and support Project Managers.

Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve technical issues.

Manage drawing release, revision control, and documentation.

You’ll Need

• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
• 8 years’ experience in machinery, process, or automation design
• Strong fabrication, pipework, and assembly knowledge
• Experience mentoring, checking drawings, and maintaining design standards
• Confident communicator ready to step into leadership

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of P&IDs, process equipment, or DfM
• Familiarity with CE marking, machinery safety, or fluid systems

If you’ve been the “go-to” designer in your team and you’re ready to lead, this role will take you there. Apply now to find out more.

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