42 senior mechanical design engineer jobs found

Job Description An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with in-pond mechanical handling experience to design rigs, tooling, and storage equipment, and to support design substantiation and regulatory marking requirements within a major project design team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established team working on a high-profile project within a highly regulated sector. The role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment delivering a project of national importance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Engineering Manager, multidisciplinary project teams, and the client on a fast-paced project. Key Responsibilities Provide Lessons From Experience (LFE) and apply knowledge of operational plant constraints throughout the project delivery process. Produce non-functional requirements (NFR), feasibility studies, and Design Intent Reports (DIRs) to justify and support...

About the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled Suspension Engineer to join one of our prestigious automotive customers in Gaydon. This is a contract opportunity for a senior-level professional with a strong background in suspension systems and cross-functional engineering collaboration. Key Responsibilities: Apply advanced engineering theories and principles to design, develop, and refine suspension systems. Lead research and development efforts focused on suspension devices, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Collaborate closely with powertrain engineering teams to develop industrialized products. Manage complex projects and engineering processes with minimal supervision. Provide coaching and technical guidance to junior engineers. Solve challenging and sometimes complex engineering problems with innovative solutions.Ideal Candidate Profile: Proven experience in suspension engineering within the automotive sector. Strong understanding of mechanical systems,...

Job Description An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior CE&I Design Engineer with site experience supporting mechanical handling operations, upgrading existing electrical power systems, and delivering control, electrical, and instrumentation (CE&I) security-related improvements to join a major project design team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established team working on a high-profile infrastructure project within the nuclear sector. The role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment delivering a project of national importance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Engineering Manager, multidisciplinary project teams, and the client on a fast-paced project. Key Responsibilities Provide Lessons From Experience (LFE) and apply knowledge of operational plant constraints throughout project delivery. Review and approve Technical Queries and technical documentation to enable site works to...

Order Ref: (phone number removed) Position Title: Battery Engineer Duration: Contract Location: Coventry *Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility, to work full time, and travel within, the UK* About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of an automotive OEM, based in Coventry, who are looking for a Battery Engineer to join their team. Duties: Accountable for system design and validation of battery packs including modules, upper and lower shells, high and low voltage harness, battery disconnect unit (BDU) and heating/cooling schemes (including the design of water-cooled pipeline structure) to meet the requirements of environmental adaptability of the vehicle. Evaluates battery structure design and daily battery tests such as such as charging and discharging capacity, battery cycle life, and battery failure analysis. Designs and optimizes battery pack thermal management scheme, completes thermal simulation and thermal testing...

Booth Welsh have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Instrument Engineer to join our team! You will assist in projects in the following industries, Petrochemical, Oil and Gas, Pharmaceuticals, Chemical and Nuclear. Booth Welsh is an engineering technology company delivering smart, sustainable solutions across various industries. We combine multi-discipline engineering with automation and digital technologies to help our clients achieve operational excellence As a key member of our engineering team, we are looking for a talented individual with a wide range of professional skills. The role requires the individual to be working on and controlling multiple projects with a keen eye to ensure deadlines are achieved. This role will be Hybrid based with 2/3 days in office, work from home and the occasional site visit to work around various projects *** Please note that we can only accept applications from UK based candidates *** Key responsibilities: The role will include both...

Product Design Engineer Product Specialist - Mechanical CAD (Contract) Darlington (Hybrid: 3 days Onsite / 2 days Remote) Initial 6 Months (Expected to extend long-term through Aug 2026 and beyond) Join a leading industrial organization at their Darlington site as a Product Design Engineer. This is a senior-level, product-focused contract role where you will apply specialised knowledge of engineering principles and design practices to lead complex mechanical design and development assignments. You will be responsible for creating optimized design concepts and mechanical design specifications for products, parts, components, and systems, ensuring they meet rigorous standards for performance, reliability, durability, and serviceability. Key Responsibilities: Lead design and development for complex engineering assignments. Apply specialized knowledge to create optimized design concepts and specifications. Lead cross-functional design integration and decision-making (Critical...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit 3x Mechanical Systems Engineers / Architects on an initial 12 month contract.  The role will be hybrid of being split between working from home and onsite.    This role would suit a candidate who comes from a strong background of working as a Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Systems Engineer, Mechanical Architect or has experience of Mechanical Systems Architecture.  A defence / aerospace background is ideal but not essential. DOORS experience would be great.    A background or knowledge of Systems Engineering and Supplier Management would be beneficial. Contract Duration: 12 Months initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter. Hourly Rate: £65.00ph   Mechanical Systems Engineer / Architect Job Description:   We have an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Architect to join the team. This exciting role is to gather and manage the missile mechanical architecture requirements to...

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Senior Stress Engineer. Candidates can be based in Derby and will be engaged on a contract basis. Job Description Your Missions: Technical Delivery You will lead project teams and technical work in client facing roles, delivering high-quality stress analysis and structural integrity assessments: Act as a technical lead for stress and structural integrity, providing expert advice, troubleshooting, and technical oversight. Serve as an Independent Technical Approver to ensure the highest engineering standards. Use Finite Element Analysis and traditional hand calculations to justify strength, fatigue, defect tolerance, and structural performance to international codes and standards (including pressure vessel and defect-tolerance codes). Collaborate closely with safety case authors, design engineers, and multidisciplinary delivery teams. Mentor junior engineers, offering technical guidance and helping shape our next generation of...

At TÜV SÜD we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD. Role Purpose This role focuses on modern, automation-first quality engineering, leveraging AI-assisted testing, autonomous test generation, and intelligent validation to accelerate delivery across multiple products and teams. The engineer will design, build, and evolve automation frameworks while introducing AI-driven capabilities (“vibe coding”, generative testing, self-healing tests, etc.) to improve software quality and team productivity. Please note this role is based out of our East Kilbride site (Glasgow) Key Responsibilities * Lead and evolve the end-to-end test...

Traffic Engineer To assist in the delivery of transport capital projects and traffic management initiatives from initial concept through design, consultation, and implementation on site. This includes applying technical expertise, established procedures, and administrative processes while working under the guidance of a senior traffic engineering professional. The main duties of the Traffic Engineer is: To contribute to the delivery of engineering projects under the guidance of a senior traffic specialist, including the completion of studies, investigations, assessments, and the development of practical engineering recommendations. To maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, guidance, and professional practices applicable to the service area. To manage and prioritise incoming requests by assessing their purpose and urgency, taking appropriate action in line with agreed procedures. To prepare briefing papers and technical documentation as required and...

Senior Systems Engineer (12 Month Fixed Term Contract) Denham Martin-Baker is the world’s leading manufacturer of ejection and crashworthy seats, saving over 7,805 lives to date. We combine cutting-edge engineering with a clear mission: protecting aircrew around the world. We are now recruiting a Senior Systems Engineer (12 month Fixed Term contract) to join our established Systems Engineering team at our Denham site. The Role: As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will lead complex analytical engineering activities across the full product lifecycle — from concept and development through to production and verification. You will be responsible for maintaining system requirements, conducting in-depth analyses, supporting system verification, and producing highly technical documentation required for internal, customer, and contractual purposes. You will also play a key role in mentoring Systems Engineers, helping maximise team capability, quality, and productivity while supporting...

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Senior Stress Engineer. Candidates can be based in Derby and will be engaged on a contract basis. Job Description Your Missions: Technical Delivery You will lead project teams and technical work in client facing roles, delivering high-quality stress analysis and structural integrity assessments: Act as a technical lead for stress and structural integrity, providing expert advice, troubleshooting, and technical oversight. Serve as an Independent Technical Approver to ensure the highest engineering standards. Use Finite Element Analysis and traditional hand calculations to justify strength, fatigue, defect tolerance, and structural performance to international codes and standards (including pressure vessel and defect-tolerance codes). Collaborate closely with safety case authors, design engineers, and multidisciplinary delivery teams. Mentor junior engineers, offering technical guidance and helping shape our next generation of...

A freelance opportunity exists for a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer with specifically overland pipelines project experience, to manage a team delivering the design solutions for all project stages from Concept to Detailed Design in 2D/3D for civil and structural, temporary, and permanent works as requested by Senior/Principal or Lead Engineers. Working within a team, but often with minimal supervision or guidance, the fundamental requirement of this role is to lead the production and develop civil and structural CAD design deliverables, including 3D models, technical drawings, and sketches for pipeline projects. You will be based in the Aberdeen office with facility to work remotely and with occasional visits to other offices and site in line with project requirements. Your responsibilities will include - The use of Aveva E3D for 3D BIM modelling and 2D drawing extraction and/or Autodesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD for some elements of civils design working within a Common Data...

Senior Civil Engineer Hours: 37.5 a week - Core hours 9:30am - 4pm Rate: £42-52 p/h Role type: Remote   If you're a Senior Civil Engineer who enjoys owning your projects, leading from the front and delivering drainage design properly, this will suit you. You'll be confident taking technical responsibility for Drainage & Water packages and comfortable acting as Design Lead under the Design Team Leader. That means making clear decisions, keeping programmes on track, managing risk before it becomes a problem and ensuring budgets are understood and respected. Your focus will be RIBA stage delivery of surface water and foul drainage for schools, residential and commercial developments, including planning. You'll need to be technically strong, detail-focused and comfortable reviewing and signing off designs, knowing they meet standards, regulations and best practice. You'll be trusted to manage your workload, communicate clearly with multi-disciplinary teams and build...

Senior Civil Engineer Hours: 37.5 a week - Core hours 9:30am - 4pm Rate: £42-52 p/h Role type: Remote   If you're a Senior Civil Engineer who enjoys owning your projects, leading from the front and delivering drainage design properly, this will suit you. You'll be confident taking technical responsibility for Drainage & Water packages and comfortable acting as Design Lead under the Design Team Leader. That means making clear decisions, keeping programmes on track, managing risk before it becomes a problem and ensuring budgets are understood and respected. Your focus will be RIBA stage delivery of surface water and foul drainage for schools, residential and commercial developments, including planning. You'll need to be technically strong, detail-focused and comfortable reviewing and signing off designs, knowing they meet standards, regulations and best practice. You'll be trusted to manage your workload, communicate clearly with multi-disciplinary teams and build...

Join Our Team as a Senior IT Engineer (Mac Specialist - FTC)! 🌟 Are you a Mac expert ready to take ownership of a predominantly Apple environment in a fast-paced, creative industry? Our client in the entertainment space is looking for a Senior IT Engineer with strong macOS expertise to lead, optimise, and support their Apple-first ecosystem. Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (4 Months, potential extension) Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 annually (FTE) Working Pattern: Full Time, Office Based Key Responsibilities: 🍎 Apple & Mac Environment Leadership (Core Focus) Own and manage a Mac-first infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance across macOS devices. * Lead Apple device management using Jamf, including deployment, compliance, patching, and policy creation. * Provide expert-level troubleshooting across macOS and iOS environments. * Drive best practices for Apple lifecycle management, procurement, and security. * Act as the go-to escalation point for complex...

Senior Civil Engineer Hours: 37.5 a week - Core hours 9:30am - 4pm Rate: £42-52 p/h Role type: Remote   If you're a Senior Civil Engineer who enjoys owning your projects, leading from the front and delivering drainage design properly, this will suit you. You'll be confident taking technical responsibility for Drainage & Water packages and comfortable acting as Design Lead under the Design Team Leader. That means making clear decisions, keeping programmes on track, managing risk before it becomes a problem and ensuring budgets are understood and respected. Your focus will be RIBA stage delivery of surface water and foul drainage for schools, residential and commercial developments, including planning. You'll need to be technically strong, detail-focused and comfortable reviewing and signing off designs, knowing they meet standards, regulations and best practice. You'll be trusted to manage your workload, communicate clearly with multi-disciplinary teams and build...

Senior Civil Engineer Hours: 37.5 a week - Core hours 9:30am - 4pm Rate: £42-52 p/h Role type: Remote   If you're a Senior Civil Engineer who enjoys owning your projects, leading from the front and delivering drainage design properly, this will suit you. You'll be confident taking technical responsibility for Drainage & Water packages and comfortable acting as Design Lead under the Design Team Leader. That means making clear decisions, keeping programmes on track, managing risk before it becomes a problem and ensuring budgets are understood and respected. Your focus will be RIBA stage delivery of surface water and foul drainage for schools, residential and commercial developments, including planning. You'll need to be technically strong, detail-focused and comfortable reviewing and signing off designs, knowing they meet standards, regulations and best practice. You'll be trusted to manage your workload, communicate clearly with multi-disciplinary teams and build...

Building Services Manager - preferably Mechanically biased - Commercial Offices project. c£(Apply online only) a day - until Spring 2027 - SW London - site based role. Working for a tier 1 main Contractor specialising in providing construction, services and property management expertise in Building and Civil Engineering, Property Development, and Industrial sectors. You will be charged with the delivery of MEP services on a new build commercial/mixed use project. You will be required to carry out the full coordination and management of M&E services installations of this project working as part of a team and reporting to a Lead MEP Manager. You will be educated to a minimum HND level in a relevant field with a good level of experience working for at least 5 years within the MEP contracting arena with a tier one M&E Sub-contractor or as a Building Services Manager within a main contracting environment. Mechanical background is preferred although a good understanding of both...

Job Description An opportunity has arisen for an experienced CE&I Design Engineer with site experience supporting mechanical handling operations, upgrading existing electrical power systems, and delivering control, electrical, and instrumentation (CE&I) security-related improvements to join a major project design team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established team working on a high-profile infrastructure project within a highly regulated sector. The role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment delivering a project of national importance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Engineering Manager, multidisciplinary project teams, and the client on a fast-paced project. Key Responsibilities Ensure all plans, drawings, and CE&I deliverables are produced accurately and in line with project requirements. Manage and maintain design documentation, including drawings and technical specifications....