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# Senior Design Engineer

- **Company:** Adecco
- **Location:** Gloucester, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £30,000.0 - £40,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** SolidWorks (CAD), 2d Design
- **Published:** September 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/senior-design-engineer/57296349

## About the Role

This role is ideal for an engineer with 5+ years' experience in mechanical design within a manufacturing environment, who understands both the technical and practical aspects of designing products for efficient production and performance., * Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

 * Minimum 5 years' experience in a Mechanical Design Engineer role.
 * Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and 2D CAD.
 * Experience designing components or products for manufacture within a precision engineering or tooling environment.
 * Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, machining methods, materials, and Design for Manufacture (DfM).
 * Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

Desirable

 * Experience within the cutting tool, tooling, precision machining, or metalworking industries.
 * Knowledge of CNC machining, tool geometry, and product validation.
 * Familiarity with FEA and engineering calculations., If you're an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for precision engineering and innovative tooling solutions, we'd love to hear from you.

## Description

* Design and develop cutting tools, tooling systems, and precision-engineered components.
 * Produce detailed SolidWorks 3D models, 2D CAD drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation.
 * Drive product development from concept through prototype, testing, and production.
 * Apply mechanical engineering principles to optimise tool performance, durability, and manufacturability.
 * Work closely with production, CNC machining, and commercial teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions.
 * Support continuous improvement, product enhancement, and new product introduction projects.
 * Liaise with customers and internal stakeholders to understand and translate technical requirements into practical designs.


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