Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Job description

This is one of a few brand new roles with an exciting and genuinely unique technology start-up company in Cheltenham. They are looking secure a Senior/Lead Mechanical Engineer to take ownership of development of CAD, prototyping and mechanical testing for their range of products.

The company develop telecommunications and monitoring devices for harsh environments across the globe.

It's an extremely 'hands-on' position which will involve producing CAD, rapid prototyping, testing and some mentoring of Junior Engineers.

ROLE: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

LOCATION: Cheltenham

SALARY: ~ £70,000 (+ Equity)

Responsibilities

Skills needed for the Senior Mechanical Engineer are:

• 3D CAD (any package considered) for products in harsh environment
• Hands-on prototyping and testing in fast-paced environment
• Mentoring / leading Junior Engineers
• Material, joinery, sealing selections
• Integration with software & electronics teams
• Thermal and non-destructive testing
• Solid understanding of Project Lifecycle

Any experience with the following are beneficial

• Design for subsea / downhole / military / communications or extreme cold
• Analysis / Simulation skills

Due to the idea-sharing and R&D nature of the role, you will be required on-site in Cheltenham, although flexible hours and timings are allowed.

Job Benefits

• Salary up to £70k
• Equity
• Flexible hours
• Full autonomy and direction
• Chance for company travel

Contacts

If you're interested in the role, please apply below or get in touch with me direct with any questions

Cheers,

Nathan

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cheltenham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

07-03-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English