Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer | Wareham | Up to £60,000

Fancy shaping the mechanical architecture behind some of the UK's most advanced maritime technology? This is a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role where your experience will directly influence how complex systems come together, from concept through to acceptance.

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will benefit from:

Flexitime working
25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)
Free lunch daily
Employee Assistance Programme
Health and Dental Cover
Free onsite gym and internal sports clubs
Enhanced pension scheme
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

Leading the design and development of mechanical systems for complex maritime applications
Defining system architectures, selecting materials and components, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards
Producing and reviewing CAD models, technical drawings, and design documentation
Guiding integration, testing, and commissioning activities
Mentoring junior engineers and supporting their development
Collaborating with suppliers and customers to resolve technical challenges
As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, your experience will include:

Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
Strong understanding of mechanical design, including stress, materials, and manufacturability
Proficiency in CAD tools, Solid Edge preferred
Experience designing for cost, reliability, and testability
Knowledge of systems engineering principles within multidisciplinary environments
Experience in the maritime or defence sector is a benefit, though not essential
SC Clearance is required for this position.
If you're looking to take on a role where your design decisions genuinely shape complex, high-stakes systems, this is one to consider. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Josh at Rubicon for more information