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Senior Design Engineer

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Our client is looking for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their specialist engineering team, designing and developing innovative cutting tools, tooling solutions, and precision-engineered components for a range of industrial applications.

This role is ideal for an engineer with 5+ years' experience in mechanical design within a manufacturing environment, who understands both the technical and practical aspects of designing products for efficient production and performance.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop cutting tools, tooling systems, and precision-engineered components.
Produce detailed SolidWorks 3D models, 2D CAD drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation.
Drive product development from concept through prototype, testing, and production.
Apply mechanical engineering principles to optimise tool performance, durability, and manufacturability.
Work closely with production, CNC machining, and commercial teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions.
Support continuous improvement, product enhancement, and new product introduction projects.
Liaise with customers and internal stakeholders to understand and translate technical requirements into practical designs.About You

Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
Minimum 5 years' experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer role.
Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and 2D CAD.
Experience designing components or products for manufacture within a precision engineering or tooling environment.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, machining methods, materials, and Design for Manufacture (DfM).
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.Desirable

Experience within the cutting tool, tooling, precision machining, or metalworking industries.
Knowledge of CNC machining, tool geometry, and product validation.
Familiarity with FEA and engineering calculations.Why Apply?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business at the forefront of cutting tool and precision component design, where you'll play a key role in developing products that directly impact manufacturing performance and customer success.

If you're an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for precision engineering and innovative tooling solutions, we'd love to hear from you.

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