Senior Mechanical Design Engineers
Posted 6 days ago by Manpower UK Ltd
Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
Hampshire, UK
Summary: The role of Senior Mechanical Design Engineer involves leading the delivery of complex mechanical design solutions for high-integrity engineering projects across various domains, including aerospace and maritime. The position requires a technical authority to guide design teams and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates must hold or be able to obtain SC Clearance and will work in a hybrid environment with travel. The contract length is between 6 to 12 months and is classified as inside IR35.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, development, verification, and delivery of complex mechanical solutions.
- Chair and contribute to design reviews, working closely with SMEs, suppliers, and customers.
- Apply advanced engineering tools such as CAD, FEA, CFD, thermal analysis, and DFM principles.
- Ensure designs meet compliance, safety, and quality standards.
- Produce technical drawings, reports, and safety documentation (HAZID, design safety cases).
- Drive continuous improvement, manage budgets, and support risk mitigation strategies.
- Provide technical leadership and mentor less experienced engineers.
Key Skills:
- HNC/HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Industrial Design, or equivalent.
- Proven experience delivering technical hardware solutions in regulated industries.
- Strong background in concept development, requirements capture, and problem-solving.
- Proficiency in creating detailed technical drawings from 3D models.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials selection, coatings, corrosion, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience with simulation/modelling tools and mechanical design software (eg, FEA, CFD).
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, able to work independently and influence stakeholders.
Salary (Rate): £75.00 Hourly
City: Hampshire
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Farnborough/Remote - with travel
Contract Length: 6 - 12 months
IR35: Inside IR35
Rate: Competitive
Must hold or be able to obtain SC Clearance
About the Role
We are seeking two experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineers to lead the delivery of complex mechanical design solutions for high-integrity engineering projects across multiple domains, including aerospace, land platforms, autonomy, and maritime. You will be a go-to technical authority, guiding design teams, managing challenging tasks, and delivering optimised, cost-effective solutions that meet rigorous safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, verification, and delivery of complex mechanical solutions.
Chair and contribute to design reviews, working closely with SMEs, suppliers, and customers.
Apply advanced engineering tools such as CAD, FEA, CFD, thermal analysis, and DFM principles.
Ensure designs meet compliance, safety, and quality standards.
Produce technical drawings, reports, and safety documentation (HAZID, design safety cases).
Drive continuous improvement, manage budgets, and support risk mitigation strategies.
Provide technical leadership and mentor less experienced engineers.
Skills & Experience
HNC/HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Industrial Design, or equivalent.
Proven experience delivering technical hardware solutions in regulated industries.
Strong background in concept development, requirements capture, and problem-solving.
Proficiency in creating detailed technical drawings from 3D models.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials selection, coatings, corrosion, and regulatory compliance.
Experience with simulation/modelling tools and mechanical design software (eg, FEA, CFD).
Excellent communication and leadership skills, able to work independently and influence stakeholders.
Desirable
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards it.
Experience in defence, aerospace, or similarly regulated sectors.
If you're an accomplished mechanical design engineer who thrives on solving challenging problems and delivering high-value engineering solutions, we'd like to hear from you.