Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
hace 3 días
Nuneaton
Location: Coventry Employment Type: Permanent Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 (dependent on experience) Department: Engineering & Projects Reports To: Engineering Manager Overview Our Bluechip Manufacturing Client is seeking a skilled Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and development of mechanical systems, equipment, and assemblies used in industrial process applications. The role will oversee a small team of mechanical designers, ensuring design quality, accuracy, and delivery against project requirements. Key Responsibilities • Lead mechanical design activities from concept through to production for process and machinery systems., • Manage and check design output from the mechanical design team, ensuring compliance with standards and specifications., • Produce 3D models, fabrication drawings, assemblies, and BOMs. Any 3D CAD Experience is great., • Work closely with Project Managers to allocate resources, plan workloads, and track design progress., • Oversee drawing release, revision control, and document management processes., • Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and peer review for other designers., • Liaise with suppliers, fabricators, and internal departments to resolve technical queries., • Support installation and commissioning activities as required., • Ensure designs meet safety, quality, and engineering best-practice standards. Key Requirements • HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)., • 8+ years of mechanical design experience in machinery, process, or automation industries., • Proficient in Autodesk Inventor and Vault; strong 3D modelling and detailing capability., • Strong understanding of mechanical fabrication, pipework, and assembly practices., • Experience checking drawings, managing design data, and implementing design standards., • Confident communicator with experience coordinating between design, project, and production teams., • Leadership or team coordination experience highly desirable. Desirable • Knowledge of P&IDs and process equipment design., • Familiarity with CE marking, machinery safety, and design for manufacture (DFM)., • Experience working in fluid systems, coatings, or chemical processing environments.