Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Industry: Special Purpose Machinery Salary: £55,000–£65,000 Location: Milton Keynes An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a well-established and innovative engineering business developing production line machinery. The company designs and delivers complex equipment from initial concepts through to commissioning. This is a fantastic role for an engineer looking to make a real impact, with the chance to work on the full product lifecycle as well as taking on day-to-day mentoring and management within the design team. Key Responsibilities: * Design and develop special purpose machinery * Mentor and manage other design engineers in the team * Take concepts through detailed design and manufacture * 2D and 3D CAD design - including layouts and detailed drawings * Structural design for demanding operating environments * Build, assemble, and test prototypes Skills & Experience Required: * Proven experience in developing capital equipment, conveyors or special purpose machinery * Previous experience in managing and mentoring engineers * Strong 2D & 3D CAD skills * Experience with machining, fabrication, or other production processes * Hands-on engineering skills, including prototyping, assembly, and fault finding If you’re looking to join a business that values technical excellence, innovation, and practical engineering, then apply with a copy of your CV