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# Senior Design Engineer

- **Company:** White Label Recruitment Ltd
- **Location:** Burnley, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £45,000.0 - £55,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, AutoCAD, SolidWorks (CAD), File Systems, Microsoft Office, Solid Edge
- **Published:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.cv-library.co.uk/job/225802815/Senior-Design-Engineer

## About the Role

* Background in mechanical or industrial design, ideally with a focus on machine design or mechanical/manufacturing engineering
 * Demonstrable experience with 2D AutoCAD and/or 3D modelling software, such as SolidWorks or Solid Edge
 * Strong AutoCAD detailing skills, ideally gained in a tooling or metal forming environment
 * Experience in an OEM or similar engineering environment, with exposure to fabrication and sheet metal shops an advantage
 * Confident working with shop floor technicians and suppliers to review specifications, design issues and continuous improvement
 * Proficient in Microsoft Office, with experience using ERP systems
 * Strong understanding of engineering principles, with good problem-solving skills
 * Accurate and organised, with strong communication skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines

## Description

Working closely with Mechanical and Project Engineers, you will produce the engineering packages needed to manufacture and assemble a range of machines and components. This is a varied role for a self-motivated, accurate draughtsperson who can work efficiently and help projects stay on time and within budget., * Produce detailed component drawings in AutoCAD and SolidWorks, for both new designs and repeat customer projects

 * Create detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, including schematic, orthographic and angled views of components, assemblies and systems
 * Build full Bills of Materials (BOMs) on drawings and within engineering software
 * Review specifications, sketches and related data to assess design requirements, and carry out engineering calculations to support detailed component and machine design
 * Work with Project Engineers and the wider engineering team to develop designs and resolve technical problems
 * Modify designs to correct operating issues or reduce production problems, and check drawings before release
 * Produce illustrations for reference manuals and technical publications, and maintain engineering filing systems