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Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Posted: 18 days ago

Salary: £ 58,000 - 58,500 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands

Expire in: 9 days

Job Description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer / Design Lead

📍 Hybrid Working (3 days in office)
 💰 Salary: Up to £58,500 + Benefits

An established and growing engineering business is seeking two experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineers to lead the delivery of complex, bespoke machinery projects. This is a key role combining technical excellence with team leadership and project oversight.

The Role

This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of full lifecycle design projects while leading and mentoring a multidisciplinary engineering team. You will be responsible for delivering innovative, high-quality solutions from concept through to manufacture and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

Lead and support cross-functional engineering teams
Set clear objectives and provide ongoing performance feedback
Promote collaboration and effective communication across departmentsProject Management

Manage projects from initial concept through to completion
Coordinate timelines, resources, and budgets across multiple projects
Ensure delivery to agreed deadlines, cost targets, and quality standardsDesign & Engineering

Develop detailed designs for complex mechanical systems
Conduct simulations, feasibility studies, and risk assessments
Drive design optimisation with a focus on cost and sustainability
Oversee prototyping, testing, and validation processes
Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Value Engineering principles
Produce designs in line with ISO standardsCollaboration

Work closely with internal teams including production, electrical/software, quality, and aftersales
Liaise with external suppliers and partners to resolve technical challengesTechnical Expertise

Stay up to date with industry developments and best practices
Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulationsDocumentation & Reporting

Maintain detailed design and project documentation
Report progress and key updates to senior stakeholders

About You

HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering
Experience in bespoke machinery or special-purpose equipment design
Proven track record in project delivery
Commissioning and site experience
Strong SolidWorks skills (concept, layout, and detailed design to ISO standards)
Effective leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities

Package & Benefits

💰 Salary up to £58,000
🏡 Hybrid working (3 days office-based)
🕒 Hours: 8:30-5:00 (early finish on Fridays
💼 Pension (3-5%)
❤️ Life assurance and healthcare (service-related)
📈 Opportunities for career progression

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