Senior Design Engineer, Nottingham

Nottingham (Hybrid - 1 day WFH)

£45,000 - £60,000 + Benefits

Full-time | Permanent

A specialist engineering consultancy, operating as part of a rapidly expanding international group, is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join its growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on innovative electro‑mechanical products while playing a key role in taking designs from concept through to manufacture and certification.

Working within a close‑knit, highly skilled team, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact while benefiting from the backing and global reach of a larger organisation.

As a Senior Design Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering high‑quality design solutions and supporting projects across the full product lifecycle. Key responsibilities include:

• Designing electro‑mechanical systems (including switchgear) using 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks
• Producing detailed manufacturing drawings
• Conducting simulations (FEA/CFD) using tools such as SolidWorks Simulation and ANSYS
• Building, testing, and developing prototypes for certification
• Collaborating with global technical and manufacturing teams
• Producing and updating technical documentation (installation, operation, and maintenance manuals)
• Providing technical support across international group companies
• Occasional international travel to customer and manufacturing sites for support, development, and training

We’re looking for a hands‑on, proactive engineer who enjoys seeing designs through from concept to production. You’ll ideally have experience in switchgear or electro‑mechanical systems and be comfortable working across both mechanical and electrical disciplines.

You will also have:

• Minimum 5 years' experience using 3D CAD in a production environment
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively in a team
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365
• Strong analytical skills, including hand calculations

• SolidWorks (including simulation)
• AutoCAD (2D electrical layouts and wiring diagrams)
• ANSYS Maxwell or similar simulation tools
• Experience with FEA/CFD software
• Knowledge of international design/testing standards
• Basic coding or automation skills (macros, microcontrollers, etc.)
• Practical machining experience
• Additional languages

• Opportunity to work on global projects with international travel
• A visible role within a growing business where your contributions matter
• Clear career progression within a larger group structure
• Early finish on Fridays

If you’re an engineer who enjoys a hands‑on approach and wants to be part of a growing international business, this could be an excellent next step in your career.