Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Dependent on experience

Preston/ North West (other locations possible)

The Role

We’re seeking a skilled Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to help deliver high-integrity design solutions for critical structures and mechanical systems. This is a hands-on technical role involving a mix of design, analysis, customer interaction, and project delivery support.

You’ll play a key part in developing detailed design data, reviewing technical outputs, and supporting a variety of exciting projects across challenging sectors. If you enjoy solving complex engineering problems with real-world impact, this is the role for you.

The Company

Providing specialist mechanical design solutions across sectors including aerospace. defence, space, and advanced engineering.

The company offers engineers a unique opportunity to work across the full product development cycle. It’s a fast-paced, technically focused environment where quality and precision matter.

Key Responsibilities:

* Create, develop, and check detailed mechanical design outputs (3D models, drawings, BoMs)

* Interpret and work to complex technical requirements and industry standards

* Support project planning, costing, and documentation preparation

* Assist in customer communication throughout the design and delivery phases

* Contribute to training and support for junior engineers

* Ensure technical compliance and design quality across assigned projects

Experience / Qualifications Required:

* Degree in Mechanical, Design, or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent experience)

* Demonstrable experience in mechanical or structural design engineering

* Strong working knowledge of 3D CAD and technical documentation standards

* Familiarity with mechanical design best practices and industry codes (e.g. BS, ISO, ASME)

* Comfortable working with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams

Why Should You Want to Apply?

* Challenging Projects: Work on varied and technically rewarding design programmes

* Sector Variety: Exposure to advanced industries including space and defence

* End-to-End Engineering: Be involved from concept to delivery — not just one slice

* Supportive Team: Work alongside experienced engineers in a focused environment

* Flexible & Modern: A company culture built around quality, autonomy, and growth