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A global manufacturer based in Kent is looking to recruit a Senior Design Engineer to lead the development of innovative, safety critical products within the healthcare market. Based in Kent, you will benefit from a starting salary of up to 55k plus 10% bonus, hybrid working and benefits.
As Senior Design Engineer, responsibilities will include;
- Designing and developing innovative, safety-critical products for healthcare applications.
- Leading the full product lifecycle: concept development, prototyping, testing, validation, and production.
- Managing projects efficiently, delivering on time, within budget, and keeping stakeholders informed.
- Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
- Creating detailed 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks with PDM.
- Building and testing prototypes using in-house tools, 3D printing, and external suppliers.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Product Management and Compliance.
- Overseeing product testing and refining designs based on performance data.
- Ensuring regulatory compliance with support from internal specialists.
- Producing comprehensive specifications and documentation for manufacturing.
- Selecting materials (wood, metal, plastic) and coordinating with suppliers.
Key skills needed for the Senior Design Engineer:
- A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or equivalent experience.
- Hands-on experience in mechanical engineering and full-cycle product development.
- Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks (3D modelling, assemblies, 2D drawings) and PDM systems.
- Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering results.
- Proven success in launching products within a relevant industrial sector.
- Experience working with diverse materials and manufacturing processes (wood machining, metal casting, plastic injection moulding).
- Confidence in hands-on prototyping and testing.
- Familiarity with rapid prototyping techniques and materials.
- Exposure to electro-mechanical systems.
As Senior Design Engineer, you will receive an excellent benefits package which includes:
- Up to 55,000 basic salary.
- 10% company bonus scheme.
- Hybrid working.
- Flexible working hours.
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
- Electric car scheme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Free on-site parking.
- The opportunity to build products that make a real difference in people's lives.
This is a great opportunity to join a business where you can make a real difference to people's lives in the healthcare sector. If you are confident in leading projects from design through to production, apply now through this advert.
