Senior Mechanical Engineer

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology manufacturer in Belfast is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their innovative team. The role involves leading the design of complex mechanical systems for cutting-edge technologies. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including private medical insurance and a stakeholder pension scheme.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Group Income Protection

Life Insurance (3x salary)

Cycle to Work scheme

22 days annual leave + 13 public holidays

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in a high-performance engineering sector.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining and welding.
• Experience with R&D, testing, and prototype development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of electro-mechanical systems.
• Create manufacturing drawings using 3D CAD tools.
• Ensure all designs meet performance and safety standards.

Skills

3D design

Problem-solving

Analytical ability

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

3D CAD tools (CATIA V6 or equivalent)

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer
Location: Belfast, County Antrim
Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits
Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a passion for innovation, sustainability, and precision engineering? Our client, a leading technology manufacturer, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their growing team in Belfast.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge mechanical systems that integrate advanced technologies across energy storage, propulsion, and power delivery applications.

About the Role
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you'll play a key role in the conceptual design and detailed development of complex mechanical systems and assemblies. You'll work within a multidisciplinary engineering team, developing solutions that meet demanding performance, quality, and safety requirements for next-generation high-performance systems.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced position that offers autonomy, technical challenge, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in an organisation leading innovation in its sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of components and assemblies supporting mechanical integration of complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Create and develop concepts from a blank sheet through to detailed manufacturing drawings using 3D CAD tools (CATIA V6 or equivalent).
• Translate high-level product targets into system-level engineering requirements.
• Apply systems engineering principles and collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Specify materials, surface treatments, and tolerances for high-load, harsh-environment applications.
• Ensure all designs are optimised for weight, cost, performance, and certification compliance.
• Produce clear, high-quality documentation to support manufacturing, testing, and customer use.
• Support prototype build, testing, and product validation activities.
• Champion continuous improvement and contribute to the introduction of new tools, methods, and technologies.

About You
Education & Experience:

• Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or Aerospace Engineering (2:1 or higher). MEng or equivalent desirable.
• At least 5 years' experience in a marine, motorsport, or aerospace environment (or similar high-performance engineering sector).

Technical Expertise:

• Skilled in 3D design and detailed drawing creation for precision-engineered components and assemblies.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including machining, casting, forming, moulding, and welding.
• Experience with material selection and surface treatments for highly loaded components in demanding environments.
• Strong analytical ability and experience with R&D, testing, and prototype development.
• Familiarity with model-based design, simulation, and finite element analysis desirable.
• Able to apply first-principles thinking and complete hand calculations to support design decisions.

Personal Attributes:

• Positive, proactive, and self-driven with strong problem-solving skills.
• Calm under pressure and adaptable to change in a fast-paced setting.
• Reliable, professional, and capable of working independently or collaboratively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on teamwork and delivery.

Why Join?
This is an opportunity to be part of a business driving innovation in sustainable engineering. You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values accountability, creativity, and integrity - and you'll have the chance to contribute directly to groundbreaking projects that make a difference.

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Private Medical Insurance & Health Cashback Plan
• Group Income Protection
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work & Electric Vehicle schemes
• Life Insurance (3x salary)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 22 days annual leave + 13 public/bank holidays, plus additional service-related leave
• Annual travel loan scheme
• Regular social and wellness events for staff and families

If you're an innovative engineer seeking to push the boundaries of mechanical design and play a key role in advancing sustainable technologies - apply now to join a company that's shaping the future of clean engineering.