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# Senior Design Engineer in Sunderland

- **Company:** Energy Jobline
- **Location:** Sunderland, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $50,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Autodesk Inventor, Value Engineering
- **Published:** June 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/senior-design-engineer-sunderland-30946409

## About the Role

discipline

 * Strong background in bulk material handling, conveyors or machinery

 * Experience using Autodesk Inventor and PDM systems (or Similar)

 * Good understanding of BS 8888 and manufacturing processes linked to heavy fabrication

 * Confident leading projects and checking technical documentation

 * Able to manage workloads across multiple projects and support junior engineers

Benefits

 * Salary up to £50k

 * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with option to buy more

 * Hybrid working available (typically 2/3 split)

 * 37-hour week with 1pm finish on Fridays

 * Flexible benefits package

 * Employee Assistance Programme

 * Gym membership and cinema discounts

 * Long service awards and employee recognition scheme

 * Contribution towards eye tests and glasses

 * Regular company social events

Please apply if this role is of interest and we will be in touch with more information

## Description

Lead Design Engineer

An established engineering business is looking to recruit a Lead Design Engineer to take ownership of design deliverables across a range of complex mechanical handling projects. This role would suit someone with strong design experience looking for a next step up or someone senior who's keen for a new challenge.

The Role

 * Lead the design and development of equipment and systems from concept through to manufacture

 * Oversee 3D models, technical drawings, and design documentation

 * Coordinate design reviews and manage technical interfaces across projects

 * Ensure all outputs meet industry standards, project specifications, and quality requirements

 * Support and mentor Design Engineers within the team

 * Carry out site visits and surveys when required

 * Drive improvements around safety, DfMA, standardisation, and value engineering

What They're Looking For

 * HNC, Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related


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