Senior Design Engineer
Hours: Full-time | Hybrid working available (3 days office / 2 days home after probation)
Join a company where your ideas, leadership, and technical expertise will make a real impact.
We are looking for an experienced and driven Senior Design Engineer to lead a talented project engineering team, shape design practices, and drive innovation across exciting engineering projects. If you’re ready to take ownership of your work, mentor others, and be recognised for your expertise, this could be your next step.
What you'll be doing:
Leading and managing a team of project engineers, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are consistently met. Supporting project teams and attending client meetings as the technical expert when needed. Reviewing and improving engineering procedures and practices to deliver greater efficiency, accuracy, and innovation. Signing off final designs, technical documentation, and bills of materials. Developing engineering calculations, material selections, and technical analysis using the latest tools and techniques. Acting as the technical authority across projects and cross-functional teams. Mentoring and developing engineering talent, providing technical guidance and support, particularly on complex and high-profile projects. Championing improvements in design systems and software, with the opportunity to be part of exciting change management initiatives. Ensuring that all designs meet the latest local and international standards. What we're looking for:
Proven experience as a Senior Design Engineer or similar technical leadership role. A hands-on approach with strong skills in design analysis, calculations, and material specification. Confident communicator, able to liaise with clients and internal teams at all levels. A passion for mentoring and developing the next generation of engineers. Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to continuous improvement. What's on offer:
Competitive salary and company pension scheme Early finish on Fridays Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days working from home after probation) Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Sick pay Free tea, coffee, milk, and fresh fruit every day This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a high-impact role where your leadership and expertise will be valued and where you’ll have real influence on shaping engineering practices for the future.
Ready to take the lead?
Apply now with your CV or contact Lewis Woollard direct on 01603 415 100
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