Design Engineer

An established engineering company is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join its team in Portsmouth. The organisation delivers specialist engineering solutions to high-performance sectors such as aerospace and defence, offering a full end-to-end service from concept development through to production. With a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and dependability, the company fosters a collaborative environment where engineers can contribute to cutting-edge projects while developing their professional skills. Role Overview The Senior Design Engineer will take ownership of design activities across a range of projects, ensuring solutions meet technical, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. The role involves participation in design reviews, close collaboration with cross-functional teams, and providing mentorship to junior engineers. You'll help ensure that all outputs are robust, manufacturable, and aligned with customer and industry standards., + Lead design and development work from initial concept through to production and post-production support.

• Ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Produce and maintain drawings, specifications, and documentation in line with relevant standards (e.g., BS8888, DEF STAN 05-10).
• Review and sign off engineering documentation as part of the design approval process.
• Participate in and contribute to design reviews.
• Work collaboratively with analysis, manufacturing, integration, safety, and trials teams.
• Support the preparation of technical publications and deliverable documents.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers to support their development.
• Process engineering change requests and concessions in line with internal procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and optimisation of design processes.

• Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a similar engineering discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Proven design engineering experience within a regulated sector (aerospace, defence, medical devices, etc.).
• Strong CAD capability (SolidWorks preferred but not essential).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and strong communication abilities.
• A motivated, conscientious individual with leadership potential.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Pension contributions (4% employer / 4% employee).
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme.
• Opportunities for career development and professional growth.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.