Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Royal Terberg Group; United States; Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays

Enhanced pension and life assurance

Family leave policies

Health and wellbeing support

Employee support services

Career development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

My Benefits platform

Mortgage advice

Job summary

Dennis Eagle is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join the Chassis Team. You will shape the next generation of market-leading products, taking designs from concept through to production in a collaborative, practical engineering environment.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and offer flexible, hybrid working where possible. The role suits an experienced engineer with strong problem-solving skills and a track record in automotive or similar industries.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent (MEng/BEng, HNC/HND).
• Extensive mechanical design experience in an automotive or similar environment.
• CAD experience with Solid Edge and drawings to BS8888 standards.
• Experience across the product lifecycle from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the design and development of systems and components from concept through to production.
• Translate requirements into practical engineering solutions ensuring robust designs.
• Produce high-quality engineering drawings, models and documentation.
• Work with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, cost and quality.
• Support product launches and resolve production and in-service issues.
• Investigate issues, perform root cause analysis and implement fixes.
• Contribute to validation activities and ensure standards are met.
• Share knowledge and mentor junior engineers where appropriate.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Independent working

Education

MEng/BEng, HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solid Edge

Job description

Role: SeniorMechanical Design Engineer

Hours: 37 hours per week | between 08:00 and 16:30 Monday to Thursday, and 08:00-13:00 Friday

Salary: between £45,000 and £60,000 pa DOE

We're looking for an experienced and practical engineer to join our Chassis Team, playing a key role in the design and development of the next generation of market-leading products. This opportunity is indeed suited to someone with significant experience in a commercial engineering environment who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, contributing to innovative product development, and sharing knowledge within a collaborative team.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

We value potential and are committed to supporting your development.

We recognise the importance of flexibility and offer a range of flexible and hybrid working arrangements where the nature of the role and business needs allow.

At Dennis Eagle, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to succeed. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll be happy to support you.

What You'll Do

• Take responsibility for the design and development of systems and components, supporting projects from concept through to production
• Translate requirements into practical engineering solutions, ensuring designs are robust and fit for purpose
• Produce high-quality engineering drawings, models, and documentation
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver projects to time, cost, and quality expectations
• Support product launches and provide engineering input to resolve production and in-service issues
• Investigate technical and field issues, carry out root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions
• Contribute to validation activities, ensuring designs meet required standards and performance criteria
• Share knowledge and support less experienced engineers where appropriate

What We're Looking For

• Degree (MEng/BEng), HNC/HND, or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Significant experience in mechanical design engineering within an automotive or similar engineering environment, ideally gained working on complex engineering products or systems throughout the product lifecycle from concept through to production
• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals, including materials, stress, fatigue, and design principles
• Experience using CAD (Solid Edge desirable) and producing engineering drawings to recognised standards (e.g. BS8888)
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and design for manufacture/assembly
• Experience working across the product lifecycle, from concept through to production support
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage your own workload effectively
• Good communication skills and a collaborative working style

What Will Help You Stand Out

• Experience working on complex assemblies or vehicle systems
• Confidence working independently whilst still engaging effectively with the wider team
• A proactive approach to improving designs and ways of working
• An interest in mentoring or supporting junior team members

Why You'll Love Working Here

• 25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Enhanced pension and life assurance: We contribute 5% of your salary into our pension scheme and provide life assurance cover of five times your basic salary.
• Enhanced family leave policies: Support for life's important moments through our family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption and other family leave provisions.
• Health and wellbeing support: Company-funded Health Shield Medical Cash Plan, GP Anytime service, Occupational Health support and health surveillance.
• Employee support services: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Care Concierge service, providing practical, emotional, financial and wellbeing support when you need it.
• Career development opportunities: From role-specific training and apprenticeships to leadership and management development programmes, we're committed to helping our people learn and grow.
• Cycle to Work scheme: Save on commuting costs while supporting a healthier lifestyle.
• My Benefits platform: Access discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, health and wellbeing services, and more.
• Free independent mortgage advice: Expert guidance to help you make informed financial decisions.