Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - SolidWorks

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - SolidWorks Permanent Full-Time

Salary - Circa £50,000 DOE
Location - Office-based in Halifax

We're excited to be supporting a leading provider of hands-on engineering education solutions. This company designs and manufactures innovative training equipment for academic institutions worldwide. With a strong focus on research, development, and curriculum integration, its products span electronics, robotics, mechanics, and renewable energy. The team combines industrial expertise with educational insight to create rugged, user-friendly tools that support practical learning and technical skill development across STEM disciplines.

They are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer proficient in SolidWorks, with demonstrated leadership capabilities and a proven ability to oversee and manage projects from inception through to production. The role involves designing products and solutions for educational use, staying informed on market trends and technological developments, and contributing to technical documentation.

Responsibilities, but are not limited to

Designing mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks
Creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs) and generating accurate cost estimates
Sourcing components and liaising with suppliers
Applying machining, sheet metal, and finishing processes to ensure product quality
Selecting appropriate materials and finishes for function and aesthetics
Integrating mechanical components such as bearings, gears, pulleys, and couplings
Conducting design calculations and applying engineering theory
Building and testing prototypes using workshop tools and rapid prototyping equipment
Collaborating with electrical/electronic engineers to integrate PCBs and components
Supporting electronic integration within mechanical designs to ensure seamless functionality
Producing technical documentation for internal and customer use
Supporting product demonstrations and contributing to technical briefs
Leading design projects and managing them through the full development lifecycle
Providing guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and contributing to team developmentExperiences required

Proficient in SolidWorks and 3D modelling
Degree-qualified in Engineering or a related discipline
Minimum of 5 years' professional experience
Proven experience in project management and cross-functional collaboration
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to drive projects forward and support team members
Skilled in creating detailed production drawings (DFM)
Experience designing mechanical components with appropriate limits and fits
Experience working on projects involving electronic integration and collaboration with electronics teams
Familiarity with measuring techniques for mechanical parameters
Knowledge of machining, sheet metal, and bending processes
Hands-on experience with workshop tools and prototype testingPackage

37.5 Hours P/W | Monday to Friday | Flexible Hours (7am to 6pm) | 33 Days Holiday Inc. Bank | Royal London Pension | Annual Discretionary Bonus | Life Insurance | Medicash | Social Events | Christmas Shutdown