Senior Mechanical Design Engineer SolidWorks

Solid Talent; Halifax; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering education provider based in Halifax is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer. This role involves designing innovative training equipment and managing projects using SolidWorks. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in mechanical design, particularly in project management and collaboration with electronic teams. The position offers up to £55,000 annually and hybrid working after a 6-month probation. Excellent benefits include flexible working hours, generous holidays, and a pension plan.

Benefits

33 Days Holiday

Royal London Pension

Annual Discretionary Bonus

Life Insurance

Medicash

Social Events

Christmas Shutdown

Qualifications

• Proficient in SolidWorks and 3D modelling.
• Minimum of 5 years professional experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Designing mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Conducting design calculations and applying engineering theory.
• Building and testing prototypes using workshop tools.

Skills

SolidWorks

Mechanical Design

Electrical Integration

Project Management

3D Modelling

CAD

Sheet Metal

GD&T

Prototype Testing

Education

Degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Creo

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer SolidWorks Permanent Full-Time

Salary Circa 50000 DOE (47k-55k)

Location Office-based in Halifax (The Factory 33 Gibbet Street West Yorkshire HX1 5BA)

Were excited to be supporting a leading provider of hands-on engineering education solutions. This company designs and manufactures innovative training equipment for academic institutions worldwide. With a strong focus on research development and curriculum integration its products span electronics robotics mechanics and renewable energy. The team combines industrial expertise with educational insight to create rugged user-friendly tools that support practical learning and technical skill development across STEM disciplines.

They are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer proficient in SolidWorks with demonstrated leadership capabilities and a proven ability to oversee and manage projects from inception through to production. The role involves designing products and solutions for educational use staying informed on market trends and technological developments and contributing to technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Designing mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks
• Creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs) and generating accurate cost estimates
• Sourcing components and liaising with suppliers
• Applying machining sheet metal and finishing processes to ensure product quality
• Selecting appropriate materials and finishes for function and aesthetics
• Integrating mechanical components such as bearings gears pulleys and couplings
• Conducting design calculations and applying engineering theory
• Building and testing prototypes using workshop tools and rapid prototyping equipment
• Collaborating with electrical / electronic engineers to integrate PCBs and components
• Supporting electronic integration within mechanical designs to ensure seamless functionality
• Producing technical documentation for internal and customer use
• Supporting product demonstrations and contributing to technical briefs
• Leading design projects and managing them through the full development lifecycle
• Providing guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and contributing to team development

Qualifications

• Proficient in SolidWorks and 3D modelling
• Degree-qualified in Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum of 5 years professional experience
• Proven experience in project management and cross-functional collaboration
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to drive projects forward and support team members
• Skilled in creating detailed production drawings (DFM)
• Experience designing mechanical components with appropriate limits and fits
• Experience working on projects involving electronic integration and collaboration with electronics teams
• Familiarity with measuring techniques for mechanical parameters
• Knowledge of machining sheet metal and bending processes
• Hands-on experience with workshop tools and prototype testing

37.5 Hours P / W Monday to Friday Flexible Hours (7am to 6pm) 33 Days Holiday Inc. Bank Royal London Pension Annual Discretionary Bonus Life Insurance Medicash Social Events Christmas Shutdown

Hybrid : Assessed after 6-month probation

Company size : 40 total in business

Key Skills Electrical Discharge Machining,Mechanical Design,GD&T,Tooling,CAD,Creo,Sheet Metal,SolidWorks,Mechanical Engineering,HVAC Design,Plastics Injection Molding,Catia

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 55000 - 55000