Lead Mechanical Design Engineer
CV-LibraryIP31, Ixworth, SuffolkpermanentPosted: 8 May 2026
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Industry: Industrial Engineering & Manufacturing
Salary: £60k-£70k
Location: Suffolk
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a well-established engineering and manufacturing business supporting a global customer base. Working within a collaborative engineering team, you will play a key role in leading day to day activities, product improvement, customisation projects, and technical support activities across a varied product portfolio.
This position would suit a proactive engineer who enjoys a mix of leadership, design, problem solving, project coordination, and cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead product enhancement and customisation projects from concept through to release
* Provide day to day leadership of the design team
* Manage engineering changes, technical documentation, and drawing updates
* Produce 2D and 3D CAD models
* Support manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and production teams with technical queries
* Carry out prototype development, testing, and validation activities
* Participate in design reviews, FMEA activities, and engineering investigations
Skills & Experience Required:
* Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline
* Previous experience leading and mentoring engineers
* Strong 2D and 3D CAD modelling experience
* Good understanding of GD&T and engineering drawing standards
* Experience supporting engineering change processes and technical documentation
* Knowledge of manufacturing processes and product development
* Experience with FEA, hydraulics, pneumatics, or control systems would be advantageous
If you are looking for a varied engineering role within an established business where you can contribute to both product development and ongoing engineering improvements, then apply with a copy of your CV
Industry: Industrial Engineering & Manufacturing
Salary: £60k-£70k
Location: Suffolk
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a well-established engineering and manufacturing business supporting a global customer base. Working within a collaborative engineering team, you will play a key role in leading day to day activities, product improvement, customisation projects, and technical support activities across a varied product portfolio.
This position would suit a proactive engineer who enjoys a mix of leadership, design, problem solving, project coordination, and cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead product enhancement and customisation projects from concept through to release
* Provide day to day leadership of the design team
* Manage engineering changes, technical documentation, and drawing updates
* Produce 2D and 3D CAD models
* Support manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and production teams with technical queries
* Carry out prototype development, testing, and validation activities
* Participate in design reviews, FMEA activities, and engineering investigations
Skills & Experience Required:
* Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline
* Previous experience leading and mentoring engineers
* Strong 2D and 3D CAD modelling experience
* Good understanding of GD&T and engineering drawing standards
* Experience supporting engineering change processes and technical documentation
* Knowledge of manufacturing processes and product development
* Experience with FEA, hydraulics, pneumatics, or control systems would be advantageous
If you are looking for a varied engineering role within an established business where you can contribute to both product development and ongoing engineering improvements, then apply with a copy of your CV