Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Company: Reed
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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer | Birmingham | Hybrid | Up to £55K

I’m working with a growing, globally recognised engineering business looking to bring in a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to strengthen their design team.

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a company delivering innovative engineered solutions across automotive, industrial, and off-highway sectors, with a strong international footprint.

If you enjoy owning design from concept through to manufacture and want to work on cutting-edge technologies, this could be worth a conversation.

What you’ll be doing

  • Designing engine ancillaries (oil, water & fuel pumps)
  • Leading concept & detailed design, including e-pumps for data centre applications
  • Applying first principles engineering & problem-solving
  • Ensuring designs are optimised for manufacture (DFM)
  • Producing 3D CAD models, drawings & engineering reports
  • Collaborating with internal teams, customers & suppliers

What they’re looking for

  • Degree-qualified Mechanical Engineer with 5+ years’ experience
  • Strong 3D CAD capability (Creo preferred)
  • Background in electro-mechanical product design
  • Knowledge of GD&T, DFMEA & DFM
  • Experience with metal & plastic components
  • Exposure to rotating components (bearings, seals, gears) is a bonus

Why join?

  • Work for a market-leading engineering business
  • Be part of innovative, forward-thinking projects
  • Hybrid working for flexibility
  • Competitive benefits + pension scheme

Posted: May 29th, 2026