Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

£45,000 – £52,000

West Midlands or East Midlands

Permanent, Full-Time

Ceto Talent are working with an infrastructure engineering business to appoint a Senior Mechanical Engineer. This is a permanent role offering a salary between £45,000 and £52,000 depending on experience.

The position will see you working closely with the Chief Engineer, taking ownership of specialist projects, supporting technical development, and providing engineering authority on a range of infrastructure schemes.

The role will involve:

• Leading R&D and technical projects, from design through to delivery.
• Producing and reviewing fabrication drawings, installation manuals, and technical documentation.
• Carrying out engineering calculations and providing guidance on technical developments.
• Managing costs, timescales, and quality to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Collaborating with subcontractors and internal teams on installation and reinstatement.
• Supporting the commercial team by providing technical insight and identifying opportunities for innovation.
• Engaging with suppliers and stakeholders to maintain best practice in fabrication and engineering delivery.
• Ensuring full compliance with health & safety procedures and statutory requirements.

What we’re looking for:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong experience in Hostile Vehicle Mitigation / structural engineering and project leadership.
• Excellent problem-solving, planning, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to deliver technical projects on time and within budget.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK

This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where you’ll play a key role in developing and delivering innovative engineering solutions.