Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

About Our Client

Global leader in process and packaging technology, specialising in innovative solutions for the food industry, delivering high-quality packaging systems that ensure food safety and efficiency.

The Role

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will join a small, dynamic design team to develop complex mechanical assemblies and mechanisms for food packaging machinery using advanced 3D CAD systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components for customer and development projects
• Lead technical aspects of projects and provide guidance to junior team members
• Collaborate with electrical engineering teams to ensure integrated solutions
• Create concepts, design schemes, and production-ready documentation
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with safety standards
• Interface directly with customers during specification meetings
• Support project builds and commissioning activities
• Contribute to cost-effective design solutions

Requirements

• 5-10 years' experience designing complex mechanical assemblies using 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
• Working knowledge of pneumatic systems and electrical drive systems (servo technology)
• Food packaging machinery experience preferred (or transferable skills from similar industries)
• Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Mechatronics) - Minimum HNC required
• Strong 3D modelling skills with ability to produce detailed 2D drawings
• Knowledge of machinery directives and UKCA/CE marking
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Technical Knowledge Areas

• Packaging machinery mechanics
• Safety and hygienic design principles
• Product handling equipment and feeding mechanisms
• Servo motion technology and pneumatic systems
• Materials knowledge (metals, plastics, composites)

Offer

• Competitive salary package with pension and health benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Collaborative work environment
• International project exposure