Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

· Lead mechanical design for advanced electric motor systems and rotating machinery

· Senior technical role with a forward-thinking company

· Excellent development and progression opportunities

About the Company:

This opportunity is with a global innovator in high-performance electric motor technology, power electronics, and energy-efficient thermal systems. The company's products support a wide range of industries, including commercial vehicles, rail, marine, off-highway machinery, and smart building technologies.

With a strong focus on engineering excellence and sustainability, the organisation is expanding its UK-based design team and is now searching for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the development of cutting-edge motor systems.

Role Overview:

You will take a leading role in designing and developing mechanical systems for next-generation electric motors and other rotating equipment such as pumps and fans. This is a hands-on role, covering everything from concept generation and simulation through to prototype build and validation.

You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, support delivery of customer-led projects, and help guide junior engineers in best practice and design excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

* End-to-end mechanical design of electric motors and rotating machinery, from concept to production.

* Develop, prototype, and test new ideas using advanced simulation tools and practical engineering methods.

* Conduct mechanical analysis to predict failure modes, material performance, and system durability.

* Build and test prototype hardware, including development of bespoke test rigs.

* Produce accurate 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings in line with industry standards

* Apply simulation and analysis software (e.g. ANSYS, MATLAB) to optimise performance.

* Select materials, manufacturing methods, and apply design-for-manufacture principles.

* Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and customers throughout development cycles.

* Support quality, reliability, and compliance standards throughout the design process.

* Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical growth within the team.

Key Requirements:

* Proven experience in mechanical design of motors, rotating machinery, or similar electro-mechanical systems.

* Proficient in 3D CAD (e.g. Autodesk Inventor or equivalent)

* Skilled in engineering calculations and use of analysis tools (ANSYS, MATLAB)

* Experience with prototype development, tooling, and hands-on assembly.

* Knowledge of design risk tools such as DFMEA/PFMEA and design for manufacture.

* Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners.

* Able to interpret technical specifications and deliver engineered solutions to tight deadlines.

* Degree (BEng/MEng) in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

* Able to interpret technical specifications and deliver engineered solutions to tight

Package & Benefits:

* Competitive salary

* Product training

* Genuine progression opportunity

* Healthcare

* Product training

* Hybrid working

+ more generous benefits

Location: Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham, Blyth, Gateshead