Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Overview

• Lead mechanical design for advanced electric motor systems and rotating machinery
• Senior technical role with a forward-thinking company
• Excellent development and progression opportunities

About the Company

This opportunity is with a global innovator in high-performance electric motor technology, power electronics, and energy-efficient thermal systems. The company's products support a wide range of industries, including commercial vehicles, rail, marine, off-highway machinery, and smart building technologies.

With a strong focus on engineering excellence and sustainability, the organisation is expanding its UK-based design team and is now searching for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the development of cutting-edge motor systems.

Role Overview

You will take a leading role in designing and developing mechanical systems for next-generation electric motors and other rotating equipment such as pumps and fans. This is a hands-on role, covering everything from concept generation and simulation through to prototype build and validation.

You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, support delivery of customer-led projects, and help guide junior engineers in best practice and design excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end mechanical design of electric motors and rotating machinery, from concept to production.
• Develop, prototype, and test new ideas using advanced simulation tools and practical engineering methods.
• Conduct mechanical analysis to predict failure modes, material performance, and system durability.
• Build and test prototype hardware, including development of bespoke test rigs.
• Produce accurate 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings in line with industry standards
• Apply simulation and analysis software (e.g. ANSYS, MATLAB) to optimise performance.
• Select materials, manufacturing methods, and apply design-for-manufacture principles.
• Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and customers throughout development cycles.
• Support quality, reliability, and compliance standards throughout the design process.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical growth within the team.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in mechanical design of motors, rotating machinery, or similar electro-mechanical systems.
• Proficient in 3D CAD (e.g. Autodesk Inventor or equivalent)
• Skilled in engineering calculations and use of analysis tools (ANSYS, MATLAB)
• Experience with prototype development, tooling, and hands-on assembly.
• Knowledge of design risk tools such as DFMEA/PFMEA and design for manufacture.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners.
• Able to interpret technical specifications and deliver engineered solutions to tight deadlines.
• Degree (BEng/MEng) in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Able to interpret technical specifications and deliver engineered solutions to tight

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Product training
• Genuine progression opportunity
• Healthcare
• Hybrid working
• + more generous benefits

Location

Location: Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham, Blyth, Gateshead