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Senior Design Engineer

Swanley Permanent £45,000 - £55,000 per year View Job Description
The Senior Design Engineer role in Kent offers an excellent opportunity to utilise and expand your expertise in engineering and manufacturing. This position focuses on driving innovative designs and solutions within the industrial/manufacturing sector.
  • Opportunity to manage the full design process
  • Support and mentor junior staff

About Our Client

My client is looking for an experienced Design Engineer to spearhead the creation of advanced, mission-critical devices in a specialized medical sector. This role involves end-to-end design responsibilities-from initial concepts through prototyping to manufacturing-allowing you to leverage your innovation, engineering knowledge, and analytical skills to deliver impactful results. You will work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including product strategy and regulatory affairs, playing a pivotal part in shaping my client's future technology offerings.

Job Description

  • Lead the development of detailed designs and technical drawings for manufacturing processes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design feasibility and efficiency.
  • Analyse and improve existing product designs to enhance performance and reduce costs.
  • Provide technical support during the production and implementation phases.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations.
  • Manage design documentation and maintain accurate records of projects.
  • Contribute to innovation by researching new materials and technologies.
  • Support junior engineers with mentorship and guidance as needed.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Design Engineer should have:

  • A degree or equivalent qualification in engineering or a related field.
  • 10 years proven experience in industrial or manufacturing design projects with full product development life cycle.
  • Advanced SolidWorks skills (3D modelling, assemblies, 2D drawings) and PDM experience.
  • Strong Project Management experience
  • Knowledge of engineering standards and best practices within the industry.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary in the range of £45000- £55000
  • Permanent position with opportunities for career progression.
  • Potential benefits package to be confirmed by the employer.
  • Supportive work environment within the engineering and manufacturing sector.
  • Located in Swanley, offering easy access to transportation links.



This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Design Engineer to make a significant impact. If you are ready to join a forward-thinking organisation, we encourage you to apply today.

Contact
Emma Adams
Quote job ref
JN-082025-6822653
Phone number
+44 207 269 2119

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Engineering Design and R&D
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Swanley
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Emma Adams
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2119
Job reference
JN-082025-6822653