Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Job Description
ReeVR Talent have partnered with a leading engineering organisation within the heavy industrial sector who is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join its growing design team. This is a key technical role reporting directly to the Chief Engineer, with clear progression into a leadership position, including the opportunity to shadow and potentially step into the Chief Engineer role in the future.
THE ROLE
You will be responsible for the design and development of bespoke lifting and handling equipment used in heavy engineering applications across global industries. Working closely with sales, manufacturing, and project teams, you will take projects from concept through to detailed design, manufacture, testing, installation, and commissioning.
You will manage multiple live projects at different stages of development, ensuring all designs are safe, compliant, cost-effective, and fully suitable for manufacture.
Design work will be carried out using Autodesk Inventor (including Vault), supported by engineering calculations using hand methods, Excel, and FEA tools.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
andbull; Lead design of bespoke lifting and special purpose machinery from concept to completion
andbull; Interpret customer and internal requirements and develop practical engineering solutions
andbull; Produce detailed calculations, risk assessments, and technical design documentation
andbull; Create full manufacturing packs including GA drawings, detail drawings, and BOMs
andbull; Ensure compliance with relevant UK and international engineering standards and legislation
andbull; Provide technical support during fabrication, assembly, testing, installation, and commissioning
andbull; Select and specify components and third-party equipment
andbull; Ensure designs are practical, manufacturable, and cost-effective
andbull; Maintain accurate design records and revision control
andbull; Work collaboratively with manufacturing, sales, and engineering teams
andbull; Support site visits for surveys, installation, and commissioning activities
REQUIREMENTS
andbull; Mechanical Engineering qualification (HND/HNC minimum, Degree preferred)
andbull; Experience in mechanical design of special purpose machinery (essential)
andbull; Experience in lifting equipment design (strong advantage)
andbull; Strong CAD skills andndash; Autodesk Inventor (or similar 3D CAD package)
andbull; Ability to produce engineering calculations using hand calculations and Excel
andbull; Experience with FEA (desirable)
andbull; Strong understanding of fabrication, welding, and manufacturing processes
andbull; Knowledge of relevant standards (e.g. BS/EN/ISO, lifting and machinery regulations)
andbull; Understanding of mechanical systems; hydraulics/electrical awareness beneficial
andbull; Experience producing technical documentation and design records
SKILLS andamp; ATTRIBUTES
andbull; Strong attention to detail and engineering accuracy
andbull; Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
andbull; Proactive, solution-driven mindset
andbull; Strong communication and teamwork skills
andbull; Able to work independently with minimal supervision
andbull; Strong planning and organisational ability
andbull; Committed to high-quality, safe, and compliant design output
PACKAGE
andbull; Salary: andpound;50,000 andndash; andpound;55,000
andbull; Career progression into senior leadership / Chief Engineer pathway
andbull; Exposure to full project lifecycle engineering
andbull; Supportive and collaborative engineering environment
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If this role sounds like the next step in your career, then please apply today.andnbsp;