Senior Design Engineer

Hunter Savage; Dundalk; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Site-based role

Job summary

Hunter Savage is seeking an experienced Senior Design Engineer to join its Dundalk engineering team. You will design and develop mechanical components and systems for specialist machinery, producing detailed CAD models and manufacturing drawings.

The role is site-based, offering collaboration with production teams and opportunities to lead design improvements and cost-saving initiatives. A mechanical engineering degree and 3+ years' experience are preferred, with Creo and SolidWorks skills

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Hands-on with mechanical design and ownership of projects.
• Experience in design reviews and manufacturing collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies and systems for specialist machinery and equipment.
• Produce detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Take responsibility for mechanical design activities from initial requirements through to final production.
• Review and improve existing designs to enhance performance, durability, reliability and manufacturability.
• Develop practical engineering solutions to design and manufacturing challenges.
• Work with production and assembly teams to ensure designs are suitable for manufacture.
• Support prototype development, product testing and design validation activities.
• Review materials, components and processes for suitability and cost.

Skills

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Collaboration with manufacturing

Documentation

Product development

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

Job description

Senior Design Engineer (3a75e4046a89_senior) Dundalk, Republic of Ireland

Salary: EUR55000 - EUR65000 per annum

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Design Engineer to join its engineering team in Dundalk. This is an excellent opportunity to work with an established engineering manufacturer specialising in the design and development of mechanical equipment and specialist machinery.

The successful candidate will play an important role in mechanical design, product development and engineering improvements, working on technically challenging projects that require a combination of creative design, practical engineering knowledge and strong problem‑solving skills.

This position will suit an experienced Design Engineer who enjoys being hands‑on with mechanical design, taking ownership of engineering challenges and working closely with manufacturing teams to turn designs into reliable, high‑quality finished products.

The role is predominantly site‑based, allowing close collaboration with engineering colleagues and direct involvement with manufacturing and production operations.

Top 3 Things to Know About This Job

Work on challenging mechanical design projects, with involvement in product development, design improvements and manufacturing.

Take ownership of mechanical design activities, working closely with experienced engineers and production teams.

Competitive salary of approximately €60,000, depending on experience, with excellent opportunities for technical development.

The Role:

Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies and systems for specialist machinery and equipment.

Produce detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation.

Take responsibility for mechanical design activities from initial requirements through to final production.

Review and improve existing designs to enhance product performance, durability, reliability and manufacturability.

Develop practical engineering solutions to technical design and manufacturing challenges.

Work closely with production and assembly teams to ensure designs are suitable for efficient manufacture.

Support prototype development, product testing and design validation activities.

Review mechanical components, material specifications and manufacturing processes.

Identify opportunities for cost reduction, design optimisation and continuous improvement.

Participate in engineering design reviews and contribute to technical decision‑making.

Ensure designs consider quality, safety, performance, serviceability and manufacturing requirements.

The Person:

Degree or relevant qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Design Engineering or a related discipline.

At least 3 years' relevant mechanical design engineering experience, ideally within a manufacturing or machinery environment.

Strong 3D CAD design capability, with Creo preferred.

Experienced SolidWorks users with transferable 3D CAD skills will also be considered.

Experience designing mechanical components and assemblies from concept through to manufacture.

Good understanding of mechanical engineering principles, material selection and manufacturing processes.

Ability to produce detailed manufacturing drawings and technical documentation.

Experience working closely with manufacturing and production teams.

Strong technical problem‑solving skills and ability to develop practical engineering solutions.

Previous experience with new product development, design improvements or mechanical product engineering would be advantageous.

A creative, hands‑on approach to engineering with the ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.

Experience within machinery manufacturing, agricultural equipment, automotive, materials handling, construction equipment or other mechanical engineering environments would be beneficial.

Applicants must have the existing right to work in the Republic of Ireland without requiring employer sponsorship, as visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

The Rewards:

Competitive salary of approximately €60,000, depending on experience.

Opportunity to join an established and progressive engineering manufacturer.

Work on a variety of challenging mechanical design and product engineering projects.

Opportunity to take ownership of technical design activities and contribute to engineering improvements.

Collaborative engineering environment with direct access to manufacturing and production teams.

Long-term career development opportunities within a technically focused engineering team.

Predominantly site‑based position.