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.