Senior Mechanical Engineer: Hands-On Design Lead

Haughey Recruitment; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity for career progression

Early finish on a Friday

Job summary

Haughey Recruitment is seeking a proactive Senior Mechanical Engineer in Magherafelt to join a growing manufacturing business. This hands-on role combines engineering design, development, and production support, requiring strong mechanical and hydraulic systems expertise.

The successful candidate will work closely with production teams to ensure efficient manufacturing while driving continuous improvement initiatives. The position offers a competitive salary and a supportive environment for professional development.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a mechanical design engineering role within manufacturing.
• Experience in commercial vehicle, agricultural, or heavy engineering sectors.
• Strong understanding of fabrication, welding, and sheet metal manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop systems in accordance with specifications and standards.
• Produce detailed engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Manage engineering change requests and product modifications.

Skills

Mechanical design expertise

3D CAD design (SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor)

Experience designing hydraulic systems

Problem-solving and fault-finding skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Haughey Recruitment is seeking a proactive Senior Mechanical Engineer in Magherafelt to join a growing manufacturing business. This hands-on role combines engineering design, development, and production support, requiring strong mechanical and hydraulic systems expertise.

The successful candidate will work closely with production teams to ensure efficient manufacturing while driving continuous improvement initiatives. The position offers a competitive salary and a supportive environment for professional development.