Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

ReeVR Talent
Egham
1 month ago
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Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer looking to take ownership of complex, high-precision products from concept through to manufacture? This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading engineering and manufacturing business working on innovative electromechanical systems used globally.


About the Role


You’ll play a key role in designing and developing advanced mechanical assemblies involving movement, motors, sensors, mechanisms, enclosures, precision components, heating and cooling systems, and other complex subsystems. This is a hands‑on, full‑lifecycle design role where you will work closely with production, electronics, testing and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, manufacturable, and high‑quality products.


Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Design Engineer:



  • Lead mechanical design activities across the full product life‑cycle — from concept generation and feasibility through to detailed design, prototyping, testing, and production release.
  • Design complex precision mechanisms, electromechanical assemblies, drive systems, and sensor‑integrated components.
  • Develop cases, housings, frames, and thermal management solutions for reliability and performance.
  • Apply Design for Manufacture (DfM) and Design for Assembly (DfA) to optimise production efficiency.
  • Support build, test, validation, and production troubleshooting, ensuring products meet quality and regulatory standards.
  • Create detailed CAD models, engineering drawings, BOMs, and documentation for prototypes and production.
  • Collaborate cross‑functionally with electronics, software, quality, and operations teams.

About You as a Mechanical Design Engineer:



  • Strong mechanical design experience within an engineered product environment (e.g. electromechanical, automation, robotics, instrumentation, or similar).
  • Proven background designing systems incorporating motors, actuators, sensors, mechanisms, and thermal management.
  • Confident working with precision components, tight tolerances, and complex assemblies.
  • Excellent problem‑solving skills, creativity, and engineering rigour.
  • Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with responsibility for taking products from concept to manufacture.

Why Apply?



  • Work on technically challenging, meaningful engineering projects.
  • Join a collaborative, forward‑thinking team where your ideas matter.
  • Genuine opportunities for progression and ongoing professional development.

If you’re a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer who thrives on solving complex mechanical challenges and driving product innovation, we’d love to hear from you.


Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level


Employment Type

Full‑time


Job Function

Design, Manufacturing, and Production


Industries

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, Design Services, and Manufacturing


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