Mechanical Design Engineer

Job role: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Lincolnshire (On-site)

Employment type: Permanent

Salary: £52,000pa dependent on experience

Rise10 Recruitment is exclusively partnering with a highly innovative automation solutions provider to recruit a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer.

Due to continued growth and project demand, they are seeking an experienced design engineer ready to step into a hands-on leadership role, driving both technical excellence and team development.

The Role:

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will take full ownership of the mechanical design lifecycle — from initial concept through to production. You’ll lead a small team, oversee design quality, and play a key role in delivering complex automation projects.

This is a highly collaborative position, working closely with project managers, production teams, and customers, while also mentoring junior engineers and shaping best practices within the design function.

Key Responsibilities:

Design Leadership

* Lead end-to-end mechanical design from concept to production-ready output

* Chair design reviews with internal teams and external stakeholders

* Allocate and review work across the design team

* Mentor and develop junior engineers

* Maintain and improve drawing office standards

Project Delivery

* Interpret technical specifications and project scope

* Manage multiple projects against timelines and budgets

* Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and production teams

Mechanical Design

* Design robotic cells, conveyors, feeders, and end-of-arm tooling

* Specify robots and associated equipment

* Perform mechanical calculations (motors, gearboxes, shafts, etc.)

* Produce detailed 2D and 3D drawings for bespoke machinery

Support & Commissioning

* Assist with build, testing, and troubleshooting

* Provide on-site support during installation when required

Skills & Experience Required:

* Strong experience with 3D CAD software (Onshape and/or SolidWorks)

* Proficiency in 2D AutoCAD

* Solid understanding of BS308 drafting standards

* Knowledge of EU Machinery Directive and safety standards

* Experience designing robotic cells and automation systems

* Strong understanding of mechanical components, materials, and fabrication processes

* Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop engineering teams

* Confident communicator with the ability to engage customers

Qualifications:

* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a recognised apprenticeship

* Minimum 8 years’ experience in mechanical design, ideally within automation or a similar industry

* Previous leadership or mentoring experience is highly desirable

Why Apply?

* Opportunity to step into a genuine leadership role

* Work on cutting-edge automation and robotics projects

* Be part of a growing, forward-thinking engineering environment

* Exclusive role managed by Rise10 Recruitment