Mechanical Design Engineer
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Reporting to: Design Manager
Location: Castleford, West Yorkshire
Contract: Permanent
About Sensio:
Sensio Lighting has been designing and developing lighting for kitchen, bedroom, and bathrooms since 2007. Sensio has been achieving over 20% growth rate year on year and is now the UK's leading Brand for KBB lighting.
Specialists in our field, our UK designed and developed lighting solutions mean we deliver innovative, high-quality products, distributing them with flawless execution and reliable service, providing a category managed solution for our customers. Ultimately, we’re all about Making Lighting Simple.
Company Values:
Positivity - Positivity Fuels success
We actively choose positivity, recognising its contagious nature and the profound impact it has on happiness, productivity, and problem-solving, both within our team and in our interactions with customers.
Passion - Passion at our core
At our core, we are passionate individuals, deeply committed to our work, from the products we design to the services we provide and the support we give.
Customer - Customer Centric
We prioritise our customers at every step, ensuring their voices guide our actions. This principle means actively engaging with their feedback, swiftly adapting to their needs, and striving for excellence in our service.
Innovation - Problem Solving
We are dedicated to innovating today for a better future tomorrow. We push past the status quo with new and progressive ideas, without fearing failure.
Team Work - Together we are the experts
Teamwork is our driving force. We celebrate the power of collaboration, trust, and effective communication. Supporting each other through challenges is vital, and together as a team, we excel.
Position Overview:
We're looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer with 3+ years of experience to join our in-house product development team in Castleford. Reporting to the Design Manager, you'll own mechanical design projects from early concept through to production - working alongside a team of product designers on a busy NPI pipeline. You'll be involved across the full development cycle - working closely with suppliers, resolving manufacturing challenges, and seeing your designs reach real consumers through major UK retailers and manufacturers. If you want genuine ownership and variety, you'll fit in here.
Working hours: Monday- Thursday 08:30-17:00 & Fridays 08:00-16:00
Working location: In office Mon-Wed, work from home Thu-Fri.
Key Responsibilities:
· Design & Development: Lead the mechanical design of products using SolidWorks.
· Project Leadership: Manage designs from concept to production, making sure milestones are met on time.
· Analysis & Validation: Perform product analysis to ensure products are safe, reliable, and perform as intended.
· Manufacturing Support: Work with suppliers, and other teams to make designs manufacturable and cost-effective.
· Documentation: Create detailed drawings, specifications, and bills of materials following company procedures.
· Quality & Compliance: Ensure designs meet engineering standards, regulations, and customer requirements.
· Innovation:
· Collaboration: Work with clients, project managers, and stakeholders to turn requirements into solid engineering solutions.
Requirements:
· Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline preferred but would also consider HND level.
· Proven experience (3+ years) in mechanical design engineering.
· Must have strong knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes (Injection moulding, CNC machining) and assembly techniques.
· Expert in CAD SolidWorks.
· Solid understanding of DFM/DFA principles, and industry standards (BS,IP, etc.).
· Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Benefits:
· 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays.
· Plus, extra day annual leave given for Birthday.
· Opportunity to purchase up to 5 additional day holiday leave.
· Annual bonus scheme.
· Salary sacrifice pension scheme.
· WeCare subscription, providing 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more.
· Discount and Recognition by Aon platform.
How to apply:
- If you are a talented and experienced Mechanical Engineer, looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and cover letter to james.trant@sensiolighting.com. We look forward to reviewing your application.