Verso Recruitment Group
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Hydraulics/Actuator
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Job Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Hydraulics/Actuator
Location: Surrey
Salary: £50,000 to £65,000 basic + benefits
Employment Type: Permanent
Working Arrangements: On-Site
A leading engineering organisation in Surrey is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to take ownership of complex mechanical systems from concept through to production. This position offers the chance to work on high-integrity, performance-critical products where innovation, precision, and engineering excellence are central to the work.
Key Responsibilities - Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Actuator/Hydraulics
- Lead the mechanical design of assemblies and components involving actuators, hydraulics, or motion-control systems
- Produce high-quality 3D models and detailed drawings using a modern 3D CAD package (SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, or similar)
- Drive concept development, prototyping, testing, and design validation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electronics, manufacturing, and systems engineering
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and peer review for junior engineers
- Ensure designs meet performance, safety, and compliance requirements
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About You - Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Actuator/Hydraulics
- Proven experience in actuator design, hydraulic systems, or similar high-force/high-precision mechanisms
- Strong proficiency with 3D CAD tools and engineering documentation standards
- Solid understanding of materials, tolerances, manufacturing processes, and mechanical engineering best practice
- Confident communicator able to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Proactive, hands-on approach to problem solving
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Desirable Experience - Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Actuator/Hydraulics
- Exposure to FEA or CFD
- Experience in regulated or safety-critical industries
- Knowledge of systems integration or mechatronics
This is a great opportunity to join a rapidly expanding company with a full order book that is investing heavily in its products.
For more information, please contact David
T: 01582 350052
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