Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Contract Type: Permanent, Full time

Our client is a global engineering business with multiple sites in the North East. They are currently looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to be based at their site in Newcastle on a permanent basis.

Culture and Company

Our client is a leading North East Engineering business. They are proud to invest in the development and knowledge of their current and future employees, offering a brilliant benefits scheme.

The Role – Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

As the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will take ownership of engineering projects, leading a small team and acting as design authority. You’ll be involved in concept and detailed design, producing calculations, models, drawings and specifications, and ensuring engineering practices and safety standards are upheld throughout.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day ‑ to ‑ day engineering activities and provide technical guidance to engineers.
• Deliver mechanical system designs including calculations, modelling and BOM creation.
• Act as design authority across assigned projects, ensuring quality, accuracy and compliance.
• Support design reviews, technical documentation and cross ‑ discipline collaboration.
• Engage with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support project delivery.

About You – Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

• Proven experience as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer or similar senior engineering role.
• Strong background in mechanical system design within complex engineered products.
• Ability to lead, mentor and support engineering teams.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

We’re committed to promoting inclusive opportunities. If you’re excited about this Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply — your unique perspective could be exactly what they’re looking for.