Senior Mechanical Design Engineer SolidWorks

Halifax - UK

Monthly Salary: GBP 55000 - 55000

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer SolidWorks Permanent Full-Time

Salary Circa 50000 DOE (47k-55k)

Location Office-based in Halifax (The Factory 33 Gibbet Street West Yorkshire HX1 5BA)

Were excited to be supporting a leading provider of hands-on engineering education solutions. This company designs and manufactures innovative training equipment for academic institutions worldwide. With a strong focus on research development and curriculum integration its products span electronics robotics mechanics and renewable energy. The team combines industrial expertise with educational insight to create rugged user-friendly tools that support practical learning and technical skill development across STEM disciplines.

They are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer proficient in SolidWorks with demonstrated leadership capabilities and a proven ability to oversee and manage projects from inception through to production. The role involves designing products and solutions for educational use staying informed on market trends and technological developments and contributing to technical documentation.

Responsibilities but are not limited to

Designing mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks

Creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs) and generating accurate cost estimates

Sourcing components and liaising with suppliers

Applying machining sheet metal and finishing processes to ensure product quality

Selecting appropriate materials and finishes for function and aesthetics

Integrating mechanical components such as bearings gears pulleys and couplings

Conducting design calculations and applying engineering theory

Building and testing prototypes using workshop tools and rapid prototyping equipment

Collaborating with electrical/electronic engineers to integrate PCBs and components

Supporting electronic integration within mechanical designs to ensure seamless functionality

Producing technical documentation for internal and customer use

Supporting product demonstrations and contributing to technical briefs

Leading design projects and managing them through the full development lifecycle

Providing guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and contributing to team development

Experiences required

Proficient in SolidWorks and 3D modelling

Degree-qualified in Engineering or a related discipline

Minimum of 5 years professional experience

Proven experience in project management and cross-functional collaboration

Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to drive projects forward and support team members

Skilled in creating detailed production drawings (DFM)

Experience designing mechanical components with appropriate limits and fits

Experience working on projects involving electronic integration and collaboration with electronics teams

Familiarity with measuring techniques for mechanical parameters

Knowledge of machining sheet metal and bending processes

Hands-on experience with workshop tools and prototype testing

Package

37.5 Hours P/W Monday to Friday Flexible Hours (7am to 6pm) 33 Days Holiday Inc. Bank Royal London Pension Annual Discretionary Bonus Life Insurance Medicash Social Events Christmas Shutdown

Consultant Notes

Hybrid: Assessed after 6-month probation

Company size: 40 total in business

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer SolidWorks Permanent Full-TimeSalary Circa 50000 DOE (47k-55k)Location Office-based in Halifax (The Factory 33 Gibbet Street West Yorkshire HX1 5BA)Were excited to be supporting a leading provider of hands-on engineering education solutions. This company designs ...