Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Posted 6 days ago by TieTalent
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Southport, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role at a UK manufacturer focuses on leading mechanical design projects for safety-critical technologies in rail and traffic systems. The position involves collaboration across various teams to develop advanced systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and contributing to product reliability and sustainability. The successful candidate will also mentor junior engineers and support process improvement initiatives. This role offers a chance to impact public safety through innovative design solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the mechanical design of new and existing products using SolidWorks or similar CAD tools
- Produce detailed engineering drawings, 3D models, and technical documentation
- Conduct design reviews, risk assessments, and FMEA to ensure compliance with industry standards
- Collaborate with electronics, software, and manufacturing teams throughout the product lifecycle
- Liaise with suppliers and customers to refine specifications and resolve technical issues
- Support prototype development, testing, and validation of mechanical systems
- Ensure designs meet safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to process improvement initiatives
Key Skills:
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
- Significant experience in mechanical design within a manufacturing or safety-critical environment
- Strong proficiency in CAD software (preferably SolidWorks)
- Knowledge of materials selection, thermal management, and enclosure design
- Familiarity with product lifecycle management and design for manufacture
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Southport
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Location: Southport, UK
Company Overview
A well-established UK manufacturer specialising in safety-critical technologies is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join its engineering team. The organisation is known for its innovation in rail and traffic safety systems, with a strong focus on product reliability, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
Role Summary
This position offers the opportunity to lead mechanical design projects from concept through to production, contributing to the development of advanced systems used in infrastructure and public safety. The successful candidate will play a key role in product development, design optimisation, and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the mechanical design of new and existing products using SolidWorks or similar CAD tools
- Produce detailed engineering drawings, 3D models, and technical documentation
- Conduct design reviews, risk assessments, and FMEA to ensure compliance with industry standards
- Collaborate with electronics, software, and manufacturing teams throughout the product lifecycle
- Liaise with suppliers and customers to refine specifications and resolve technical issues
- Support prototype development, testing, and validation of mechanical systems
- Ensure designs meet safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to process improvement initiatives
Required Qualifications And Experience
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
- Significant experience in mechanical design within a manufacturing or safety-critical environment
- Strong proficiency in CAD software (preferably SolidWorks)
- Knowledge of materials selection, thermal management, and enclosure design
- Familiarity with product lifecycle management and design for manufacture
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Benefits
- Competitive salary and pension scheme
- Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Inclusive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunity to contribute to sustainable and safety-focused innovation
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