Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Company: Marcus Webb Associates Limited
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Location: Southampton
Job Description:

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Southampton / Hybrid, UK

GBP55 – 65,000 + benefits

If you enjoy working in a flexible and dynamic start–up environment and love variety within your role then this senior mechanical design engineer opportunity would be a great fit. The company specialises in wind propulsion systems for the marine sector and due to considerable growth plans, they are looking for a senior mechanical design engineer to join their team and help drive products from concept through to full scale production.

Your Role: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Lead mechanical and structural design of subsystems from concept through manufacturing release
  • Produce 3D models, detailed drawings and structural/thermal FEA calculations to ensure robust designs, design for manufacture (DFM) & continuous improvement are achieved
  • Manage design validation, documentation and integration with performance, systems and manufacturing teams
  • Champion professional standards of engineering integrity, safety and sustainability within the team (DNV, LR etc)
  • Lead rapid resolution of design issues arising from manufacturing and supplier feedback to maintain delivery momentum
  • Own engineering interface with international suppliers, ensuring timely resolution of issues and progress toward delivery

Skills / Knowledge: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

  • A good degree in a relevant subject (e.g. mechanical / structural / marine engineering)
  • Strong industry experience in either heavy structural design, heavy machinery, marine, wind turbines, cranes, shipping design, capital equipment, hydraulic lifting platforms
  • Proven industry experience taking a product from concept into full production with good knowledge of DFM, DFA, large, welded structures, materials, corrosion, composites and steels etc
  • Proven experience of high end 3D solid modelling CAD software (e.g. Inventor, Siemens NX, Solidworks, Creo, Catia or similar)
  • Practical, hands on engineering skills would be ideal – ability to build or fabricate systems
  • Proven experience driving cost–reductions to achieve targets
  • Positive, enthusiastic attitude with a passion for engineering and mechanical product / structural design

This role sits within a growing start up business so flexibility and an adaptable approach to engineering is required. The role offers hybrid working with 3 days in the office based around Southampton.

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Posted: April 21st, 2026