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Senior Design Engineer
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- Sunderland, Tyne & Wear
- Permanent
- Full Time
- £50,000 - £55,000 Per Annum
Job Description
Lead Design Engineer
An established engineering business is looking to recruit a Lead Design Engineer to take ownership of design deliverables across a range of complex mechanical handling projects. This role would suit someone with strong design experience looking for a next step up or someone senior who's keen for a new challenge.
The Role
* Lead the design and development of equipment and systems from concept through to manufacture
* Oversee 3D models, technical drawings, and design documentation
* Coordinate design reviews and manage technical interfaces across projects
* Ensure all outputs meet industry standards, project specifications, and quality requirements
* Support and mentor Design Engineers within the team
* Carry out site visits and surveys when required
* Drive improvements around safety, DfMA, standardisation, and value engineering
What They’re Looking For
* HNC, Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
* Strong background in bulk material handling, conveyors or machinery
* Experience using Autodesk Inventor and PDM systems (or Similar)
* Good understanding of BS 8888 and manufacturing processes linked to heavy fabrication
* Confident leading projects and checking technical documentation
* Able to manage workloads across multiple projects and support junior engineers
Benefits
* Salary circa £50k
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with option to buy more
* Hybrid working available (typically 2/3 split)
* 37-hour week with 1pm finish on Fridays
* Flexible benefits package
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Gym membership and cinema discounts
* Long service awards and employee recognition scheme
* Contribution towards eye tests and glasses
* Regular company social events
Please apply if this role is of interest and we will be in touch with more information
An established engineering business is looking to recruit a Lead Design Engineer to take ownership of design deliverables across a range of complex mechanical handling projects. This role would suit someone with strong design experience looking for a next step up or someone senior who's keen for a new challenge.
The Role
* Lead the design and development of equipment and systems from concept through to manufacture
* Oversee 3D models, technical drawings, and design documentation
* Coordinate design reviews and manage technical interfaces across projects
* Ensure all outputs meet industry standards, project specifications, and quality requirements
* Support and mentor Design Engineers within the team
* Carry out site visits and surveys when required
* Drive improvements around safety, DfMA, standardisation, and value engineering
What They’re Looking For
* HNC, Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
* Strong background in bulk material handling, conveyors or machinery
* Experience using Autodesk Inventor and PDM systems (or Similar)
* Good understanding of BS 8888 and manufacturing processes linked to heavy fabrication
* Confident leading projects and checking technical documentation
* Able to manage workloads across multiple projects and support junior engineers
Benefits
* Salary circa £50k
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with option to buy more
* Hybrid working available (typically 2/3 split)
* 37-hour week with 1pm finish on Fridays
* Flexible benefits package
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Gym membership and cinema discounts
* Long service awards and employee recognition scheme
* Contribution towards eye tests and glasses
* Regular company social events
Please apply if this role is of interest and we will be in touch with more information