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Senior Mechanical Engineer / Senior CAD Design Engineer
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Senior Mechanical Engineer / Senior CAD Design Engineer
Employer
The People Pod
Location
Derby
Salary
50000.00 - 65000.00 GBP Annual
Closing date
1 Oct 2026
Specialist area
Mechanical engineering
Function
Engineer
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Job Details
Senior Design Engineer / Senior Mechanical Engineer
Location: Derby
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive + great benefits
Overview
Are you excited by the challenge of working on cutting-edge projects and ground-breaking engineering solutions? A renowned and respected engineering consultancy with a strong presence in highly regulated sectors is looking to appoint a Senior Design Engineer to join their industry-leading team in Derby.
This role offers the chance to contribute to technically complex programmes within nuclear and defence environments, working as part of a collaborative and experienced engineering team.
Key Duties
- Develop and deliver engineering designs aligned with client and project requirements
- Create and maintain 3D models and technical drawings using CAD software
- Review, adapt, and improve existing designs to enhance performance and manufacturability
- Ensure all work adheres to relevant industry standards, safety requirements, and best practice
- Work closely with internal teams to bring concepts through to completion
- Provide technical guidance and oversight to less experienced team members
- Communicate design intent and solutions clearly to stakeholders
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Candidate Requirements
- Demonstrable experience in a senior-level design engineering or similar role
- Strong understanding of mechanical engineering and the ability to work closely with the mechanical engineering team
- Appreciate the manufacturing considerations within the design process
- Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., nuclear, defence, aerospace, or similar) is advantageous
- Proficiency with 3D CAD tools such as Siemens NX (or comparable systems)
- Familiarity with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems
- Relevant engineering qualification (degree or equivalent experience)
- Working knowledge of applicable safety and compliance standards
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What You'll Get In Return
- Involvement in complex, long-term engineering programmes
- Opportunities for career progression within a structured environment
- A supportive team culture with a focus on technical excellence
- Access to employee wellbeing support and lifestyle benefits
Additional Information
Due to project requirements, applicants must be eligible for UK security clearance, which typically requires sole UK nationality.
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