Senior Design Engineer

Our engineering clients based close to Winchester have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Design Engineer to join their innovative growing engineering team. We are seeking a creative and dynamic engineering professional with imaginative design skills to work as part of a team of Design Engineers. The individual is required to work under their own initiative with minimum supervision. Duties & Responsibilities: * Lead design activities for our clients’ electromechanical products, including the creation of new designs and adaptation of existing ones to meet customer specifications. * Independently validate design concepts through simulation, analysis, and prototyping, ensuring technical robustness without requiring peer approval. * Complete all aspects of the product design phase: concept development, detailed design, drawing creation, internal and customer design reviews, FMEAs, and production readiness. * Apply strong analytical skills including FEA, capability studies, and mathematical simulation to support design decisions. * Use SolidWorks 2018 or later for 3D modelling and design documentation. * Utilize Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for reporting, documentation, and cost modelling. * Review and support document creation including work instructions, wiring specifications, test specifications, and reports, in line with internal quality procedures. * Demonstrate detailed knowledge of manufacturing processes such as plastic injection moulding, die casting, metal pressing, and PCB design, and work with suppliers to develop tooling. * Take a hands-on approach to prototyping and testing using in-house equipment and machinery. * Collaborate closely with Purchasing, Production, Production Engineering, and Quality teams, as well as directly with suppliers. * Review and design manufacture assembly aids, fixtures, and test rigs to support production and validation. * Compile and maintain cost models and track project costs throughout the product lifecycle. * Provide technical support to Product Management and Sales, including participation in customer meetings and site visits. * Work across all levels of the organization, demonstrating strong communication and leadership skills. * Technical Leadership: Review and verify other engineers’ work, provide mentorship, and act as a technical authority within the team. Required Skills & Experience: * Strong analytical skills (FEA, capability studies, simulation) * Experience leading or mentoring junior members of the team * Proficiency in SolidWorks 2018 or later * Knowledge of AutoCAD and Corel Draw * Understanding of product lifecycle management (APQP, PDR/CDR) Working hours: Monday – Thursday 07:30am – 4:45pm Friday – 07:30am – 12midday