Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

A leading research and technology organisation in Newport is looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing R&D team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting‑edge technologies within a hands‑on, innovative environment.

You’ll take designs from concept through to prototype, working hands‑on with complex designs or innovative solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • 3D/2D design and drafting of components and assemblies
  • Concept development and design documentation
  • Supplier liaison and component sourcing
  • Prototype assembly, testing and validation

Essential Skills & Experience

  • BEng/MEng in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
  • Recent experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer
  • Strong SolidWorks skills (modelling, drawings, simulation)
  • Experience with high‑speed rotating assemblies
  • Strong understanding of engineering principles, tolerances and manufacturing processes
  • Ability to take designs from specification to tested prototype

You’ll Bring

  • A methodical, detail‑driven approach
  • Ability to work independently and within a small multi‑disciplinary team
  • Flexibility, enthusiasm and strong time‑management

Benefits

  • Circa £60k salary (experience‑dependent)
  • Pension, flexitime, generous holidays, free parking
  • Opportunity to work on genuinely innovative R&D projects

Applicants must have full, unrestricted permission to live and work in the UK.  Offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, health and security checks.