Job Description

Senior Design Engineer | Design Consultancy

Worcester, Worcestershire, UK | Permanent | £50,000 - £55,000

 

If you're an experienced and ambitious Senior Design Engineer with a passion for solving technical challenges, this opportunity is for you. You’ll be joining a thriving design consultancy at an exciting stage of growth. As part of a multidisciplinary team of designers and engineers, you’ll lead the development of cutting-edge solutions for clients across medical devices, industrial equipment, and consumer products.

 

This is your chance to take on a senior role where you’ll lead projects from concept through to production, mentor junior team members, and help shape the future direction of a growing consultancy. This is a hands-on position for someone who thrives on tackling complex design challenges and delivering exceptional solutions that make an impact.

 

Responsibilities

 

As a Senior Design Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

 

• Leading multiple projects from initial concept through to completion.
• Designing innovative solutions with 3D CAD, such as SolidWorks, and developing detailed production drawings.
• Applying design for manufacture and assembly principles, including injection moulding, castings, and machining.
• Engaging in prototyping and testing to validate and optimise designs.
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members to foster technical excellence.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project success.

 

Requirements

 

Are you the Senior Design Engineer we’re looking for? Here’s the toolkit you’ll need:

 

• Degree in Product Design, Mechanical Engineering, Innovation or Industrial Design
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage complex projects.
• A deep understanding of manufacturing processes, including injection moulding, sheet metal, and machining.
• Ability to develop concepts into fully realised, manufacturable products.
• Expertise in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and a proven ability to produce production-ready designs.

 

Benefits

 

In return, you can expect:

 

• 22 days holiday, increasing to 25 after 3 years
• NEST Pension
• A hybrid working model, with flexibility to suit your lifestyle
• Opportunities for professional development
• A positive, professional working environment
• Commitment to employee well-being and work-life balance.

 

How to Apply

 

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now with your CV, a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience, and a portfolio showcasing your work. We look forward to seeing what you can bring to this exciting role as a Senior Design Engineer.