Sr Mechanical Design Engineer

Connexus Recruit; Dundalk; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Connexus Recruit is partnering with a growing engineering business in Dundalk to recruit a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for its onsite operation. You will design bespoke machinery and automation solutions, taking projects from concept through to completion.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, strong SolidWorks skills, and the ability to work with multidisciplinary teams. You'll contribute to manufacturing, testing and commissioning while ensuring safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical design experience, ideally within automation, machinery or precision engineering.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
• Good understanding of mechanical systems, materials and manufacturing processes.
• Experience designing bespoke machinery or automated equipment would be advantageous.
• A practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop bespoke machinery and mechanical systems using 3D CAD software.
• Take ownership of mechanical design projects from concept through to completion.
• Produce detailed 3D models, assemblies and manufacturing drawings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, suppliers and customers.
• Support manufacturing, assembly, testing and commissioning activities.
• Ensure designs meet relevant technical, quality and safety standards.

Skills

SolidWorks

3D CAD

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

3D CAD software

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer | Dundalk (Onsite)

Connexus Recruit is partnering with a growing engineering business to recruit a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for its Dundalk operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong Mechanical Design Engineer who enjoys solving complex challenges and wants greater ownership of their work.

You'll be involved in designing bespoke machinery and automation solutions, taking projects from initial concept through to completion.

The Role

• Design and develop bespoke machinery and mechanical systems using 3D CAD software.
• Take ownership of mechanical design projects from concept through to completion.
• Produce detailed 3D models, assemblies and manufacturing drawings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, suppliers and customers.
• Support manufacturing, assembly, testing and commissioning activities.
• Ensure designs meet relevant technical, quality and safety standards.

About You

• Strong mechanical design experience, ideally within automation, machinery or precision engineering.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
• Good understanding of mechanical systems, materials and manufacturing processes.
• Experience designing bespoke machinery or automated equipment would be advantageous.
• A practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.

We're open to speaking with both experienced engineers and ambitious Mechanical Design Engineers looking to take the next step in their careers.

Please Note

Applicants must hold a valid EU passport or Stamp 4 permission to work in Ireland, along with a full, valid Irish driving licence. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.