Senior Mechanical Engineer / Senior CAD Design Engineer

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Senior Design Engineer / Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Derby

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive + great benefits

Overview

Are you excited by the challenge of working on cutting-edge projects and ground-breaking engineering solutions? A renowned and respected engineering consultancy with a strong presence in highly regulated sectors is looking to appoint a Senior Design Engineer to join their industry leading team in Derby.

This role offers the chance to contribute to technically complex programmes within nuclear and defence environments, working as part of a collaborative and experienced engineering team.

Key Duties

Develop and deliver engineering designs aligned with client and project requirements
Create and maintain 3D models and technical drawings using CAD software
Review, adapt and improve existing designs to enhance performance and manufacturability
Ensure all work adheres to relevant industry standards, safety requirements and best practice
Work closely with internal teams to bring concepts through to completion
Provide technical guidance and oversight to less experienced team members
Communicate design intent and solutions clearly to stakeholders

Candidate Requirements

Demonstrable experience in a senior-level design engineering or similar role
Strong understanding of mechanical engineering and the ability to work closely with the mechanical engineering team
Appreciate the manufacturing considerations within the design process
Experience working in regulated industries (e.g. nuclear, defence, aerospace or similar) is advantageous
Proficiency with 3D CAD tools such as Siemens NX (or comparable systems)
Familiarity with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems
Relevant engineering qualification (degree or equivalent experience)
Working knowledge of applicable safety and compliance standards

What You'll Get in Return

Involvement in complex, long-term engineering programmes
Opportunities for career progression within a structured environment
A supportive team culture with a focus on technical excellence
Access to employee wellbeing support and lifestyle benefits

Additional Information

**Due to project requirements, applicants must be eligible for UK security clearance, which typically requires sole UK nationality**

Interested?

Apply today or get in touch with our team for a confidential discussion about the role
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Location:
Derby
Salary:
£50,000 - £65,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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