Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – SolidWorks Permanent Full-Time

Salary – Circa £50,000 DOE

Location – Office-based in Halifax

We are excited to be supporting a premier designer and manufacturer of advanced, hands-on engineering training solutions. Serving academic institutions worldwide, our client develops functional, high-quality, and rugged educational equipment and comprehensive curricula spanning mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineering disciplines.

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and delivery of innovative engineering products, primarily for technical education and training applications. You will lead the mechanical development of multidisciplinary products from initial concept and specification through detailed mechanical design, prototyping, verification, validation, and into full production.

Responsibilities, but are not limited to

Lead mechanical development projects from initial concept and specification through detailed design, prototyping, validation, and full production introduction
Design complex mechanical assemblies and experimental equipment incorporating thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, aerodynamics, electrical machines, robotics, motors, and pneumatics
Perform rigorous engineering calculations, FEA, CFD, thermal analysis, tolerance analysis, and GD&T to validate mechanical integrity and performance
Work seamlessly alongside embedded electronics, software, production, purchasing, and commercial teams to integrate PCBs, sensors, and instrumentation
Produce high-standard 3D CAD models, detailed technical documentation, BOMs, and production drawings adhering strictly to BS8888
Build and evaluate prototypes using 3D printing, CNC machining, and laser cutting, developing bespoke test rigs and experimental methods for verification and validation
Partner with suppliers and manufacturers to optimize DFM/DFA, cost, and quality, while leading root-cause investigations for manufacturing and field issues
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, conduct design reviews and FMEAs, and continuously improve internal engineering SOPs, safety, and regulatory compliance

Experiences required

Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
Proven industry experience in mechanical product design and development
High proficiency in CAD design using SolidWorks (or equivalent 3D modelling tools) with proven delivery of drawing standards to BS8888
Strong understanding of core engineering theory, mechanisms, materials, and mechanical systems, backed by excellent mathematical and analytical skills
Good understanding of component manufacturing and assembly principles, including Sheet Metal, CNC machining, and 3D printing
Proven track record of leading technical projects, delivering complex engineering solutions independently, and managing cross-functional deliverables

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