Senior Design Engineer
Location: Derby (SC Clearance required or eligible)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Sector: Advanced Engineering / Manufacturing / Defence
Are you a Senior Design Engineer who thrives on developing cutting-edge products and turning innovative ideas into real-world engineering solutions?
We’re working with a highly respected engineering and manufacturing organisation that is investing heavily in new product development and advanced technology. They are looking for a Senior Design Engineer to take ownership of complex mechanical design projects and play a key role in delivering high-performance engineering solutions for demanding customer environments.
This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking team where your ideas will directly influence new product development, engineering innovation, and future business growth.
The Role
As a Senior Design Engineer, you’ll lead the design and development of engineering components and assemblies from concept through to production, working closely with customers and internal engineering teams.
You will:
- Design innovative engineering components and assemblies to customer specifications
- Create detailed 3D CAD models and technical drawings
- Develop new product concepts and engineering solutions
- Improve existing products and manufacturing processes
- Ensure designs meet safety and regulatory standards
- Present concepts and final designs to customers and stakeholders
- Support and mentor junior engineers within the design team
- Work closely with mechanical and project teams to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience as a Senior Design Engineer or experienced Design Engineer ready to step up
- Strong mechanical design and product development background
- Solid understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles
- Experience with 3D CAD systems (Siemens NX or similar)
- Experience working with PLM systems such as Teamcentre
- Good understanding of engineering safety and compliance standards
- Engineering degree or equivalent professional qualification
- SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain it
- Strong communication and leadership skills
Why Apply?
- Work on cutting-edge engineering projects
- Be part of a growing and innovative organisation
- Real influence over new product development and design direction
- Collaborative and supportive engineering environment
- Competitive salary and long-term career progression
- Opportunity to work on high-profile, technically challenging projects
Interested?
Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion to learn more about the company, projects, and career progression available.
