Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Bolt Technical Limited
London
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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title

:

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Location:

Nottingham
Salary:

£45,000- £50,000
Hours:

8:00am

4:30pm | On-site role
Bolt Technical are hiring for an established and fast-growing designer and manufacturer of electronic components.
Due to continued expansion and increased project demand, the company is seeking a Senior Mechanical DesignEngineer to join their highly skilled engineering team. This is a varied, hands-on role with full lifecycle ownership, multiple concurrent projects, and the opportunity to work on innovative products used globally in mission-critical environments.
This position is ideal for an organised, experienced Mechanical Design Engineer who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys technical challenges, and wants to contribute to cutting-edge engineering projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the design, development, and testing of electro-mechanical products
Take ownership of multiple concurrent mechanical design projects with tight deadlines
Produce 3D designs in SolidWorks and detailed drawings to BS 8888
Prepare product specifications, test reports, and technical documentation
Conduct fault analysis and lead technical investigations
Support and mentor junior engineers within the team
Execute engineering changes related to cost reduction, obsolescence, and improvements
Work closely with production engineering teams on build issues and process enhancements
Assist with verification activities, including environmental testing
Perform design checks and design reviews to ensure engineering quality
Collaborate cross-functionally with electronics hardware, software, and manufacturing teams
What Theyre Looking For:
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
Background in a product-led manufacturing industry, ideally involving HMI, control interfaces, or electromechanical products designed for volume production
Minimum of 5 years experience in a mechanical design engineering role
Proficient user of SolidWorks
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including injection moulding and CNC machining
Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines
Comfortable working within a structured environment with defined processes and procedures
Experience interfacing with customers and suppliers
Excellent organisational, documentation, and communication skills
Able to work independently, taking full ownership of projects from concept to delivery
Desirable:
SolidWorks PDM
MRP experience
Project leadership or project management ability
Knowledge of IEC/MIL/DO-160 standards
Experience with environmental testing for marine or aerospace products
What They Offer:
£45k-£50k salary
25 days holiday
On-site role with a supportive, well-structured engineering environment
Exposure to varied and technically interesting projects across multiple sectors
Strong team culture, collaborative environment, and clear engineering processes
Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
Occasional company social events and a friendly, close-knit team
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