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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Platform RecruitmentGreat Shelford, Cambridge🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 23 Sept 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
£55k - £65k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Great Shelford, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Posted
4 days ago
CADMechanical Design

Job Description

Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer<br />Role: Electro-mechanical Systems<br />Location: Cambridge<br />Salary: £55k-£65k (dependant on experience)<br />About The Role:<br />Platform Recruitment has partnered with a manufacturer that designs and develops complex hardware for precision electro-mechanical systems and advanced manufacturing applications, from early-stage R&amp;D through to full production. You’ll be joining a talented, multidisciplinary team working at the cutting edge of innovation, delivering robust mechanical solutions that integrate seamlessly into larger, system-level platforms.<br />Key

Responsibilities:

  • Design &amp; deliver complex mechanical subsystems within integrated platforms
  • Full product lifecycle development – concept generation, detailed design &amp; design for manufacture
  • Conduct hands-on prototyping &amp; testing
  • 3D CAD design
  • Work in a highly skilled multidisciplinary engineering team<br />Key

Requirements:

  • Background in developing electro-mechanical systems, mechanisms, motors, gearboxes or actuators
  • Strong 3D CAD skills
  • Proven experience in developing products through the full product life cycle
  • Knowledge of a range of manufacturing techniques
  • Hands on and practical skills – prototyping &amp; testing
  • Strong analytical mindset<br />If you’re looking to join a business that values creativity, quality and innovation, then apply with a copy of your CV

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