Senior Mechanical Engineer

Company: Zero Surplus
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Senior Mechanical Engineer

We’re delighted to be working with an established, technology driven engineering firm, seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the design and development of advanced manufacturing equipment, used by leading research institutions and commercial organisations worldwide.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a technically innovative environment and play a key role in delivering complex, precision–engineered systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define integration requirements for new equipment, including mechanical and optical systems
  • Lead mechanical design, integration, and project coordination with internal teams and external suppliers
  • Design tooling and mechanical components to improve manufacturing efficiency, safety, quality, and reliability
  • Establish and oversee acceptance testing to ensure performance requirements are achieved
  • Produce clear technical documentation and engineering records
  • Support and promote a safe and compliant engineering and manufacturing environment

Required Skills and Experience

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline
  • Demonstrated technical leadership experience within a high–tech industrial environment
  • Experience managing technical projects, including planning schedules, budgets, and resources
  • Strong mechanical design capability
  • Proficiency with SolidWorks and experience in electro–mechanical, thermo–mechanical, or opto–mechanical design
  • Ability to interpret complex technical specifications and requirements
  • Strong communication, presentation, and technical documentation skills
  • Proficient in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD)
  • Fluent English, written and spoken

This is a great opportunity to work on cutting–edge engineering systems, in a collaborative and innovation–driven technical environment. With planned and achievable career development within a growing high–technology sector, this role is ideal for anyone who is ready to take the next step in their engineering career.

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Posted: February 28th, 2026