Senior Design Engineer

Job Title: Senior Design Engineer Location: Evesham (office-based)Salary: Competitive - Skills Led PackageShift Type: Standard Days (8.30 am-5 pm) Benefits: 25 Days Holiday, Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, Career Development, OverviewAn established manufacturer within the agricultural machinery sector is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to take ownership of hydraulic systems and fabricated steel structure design for robust, field-proven equipment. The role is central to both new product development and continuous improvement of existing machinery used in demanding agricultural environments.This is a hands-on engineering position requiring strong practical judgement, design capability, and close collaboration with production, service, and supply chain teams.Key Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of hydraulic systems including circuit design, component selection, and system sizing
• Design welded steel fabrications and structural assemblies for heavy-duty machinery
• Produce full 3D CAD models, detailed manufacturing drawings, and technical documentation
• Undertake engineering calculations and support validation of prototypes and test data
• Drive product improvement initiatives including cost reduction, reliability, and manufacturability enhancements
• Support prototype build, testing, and design verification activities
• Work closely with production engineering to ensure efficient and accurate design-to-manufacture transition
• Investigate and resolve technical issues arising from production, field service, or customer feedback
• Liaise with suppliers on technical specifications, quality, and component performance
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety, regulatory, and industry standards
• Provide technical guidance and informal mentorship to junior engineers

Skills & Experience

• Strong background in hydraulic system design (pumps, valves, motors, circuits)
• Proven experience designing steel fabrications and welded structures
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (fabrication, machining, assembly)
• Experience working with or around control systems (sensors, basic CAN-based systems advantageous)
• Proficient in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
• Ability to perform engineering calculations and interpret test/field data
• Strong problem-solving mindset with a practical, production-aware approach
• Experience within agricultural machinery or heavy equipment strongly preferred

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Or equivalent industry experience at a senior design level

Apply NowTo apply for this role or to find out more, please get in touch with the Pertemps Engineering Division.