Senior Design Engineer

Senior Design Engineer Full Time, Permanent Up to £55,000 (depending on experience) Durham CMD Recruitment are partnering with our client, an established manufacturing business, as they look to welcome a Senior Design Engineer to their growing automation team. Operating within a fast-growing sector, they design and integrate bespoke engineering systems for UK manufacturers. This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer with a strong background in industrial automation to join a forward-thinking business that genuinely values tailored engineering and offers complete project ownership. Responsibilities: • Lead the end-to-end design of robotic cells, End of Arm Tooling (EOAT), fixtures, and machine structures using SolidWorks and 3D CAD from initial concept to commissioning. • Select and integrate mechanical, pneumatic, and vacuum components into automation systems, applying DFMA principles for cost-effective and reliable solutions. • Support workshop assembly, testing, site installation, and commissioning activities, including occasional travel to customer sites across the UK. • Oversee technical documentation and PDM systems, providing technical guidance and engineering change control across the business. • Manage multiple design projects and priorities simultaneously, collaborating closely with production, controls, and sales teams. • Build strong, trusted relationships with customers and suppliers, focusing on customer-centric, practical solutions. Skills & Experience: • Proficiency with Solidworks and 3D CAD design for manufacturing and assembly. • A solid background in industrial automation, robotics, or special-purpose machinery is essential for this role. • Practical experience in the selection and integration of mechanical, pneumatic, and vacuum components. Experience producing detailed manufacturing drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and assembly documentation. • Ideally hold an HNC/HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related discipline, though equivalent hands-on industry experience is highly valued. • A full UK driving licence is essential, along with a proactive, self-motivated approach to problem-solving. Hours of work for this role are Monday to Thursday 8am - 5pm (30-minute unpaid lunch), Friday 8am - 1pm. If this sounds like the kind of challenge you have been looking for, we would love to hear from you.