Senior Design Engineer

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Design Engineer to support the development of high-performance automotive components for a leading manufacturer.

You’ll be responsible for delivering complex 3D designs, carrying out FEM analysis, and ensuring products meet demanding safety, performance, and quality standards. Working closely with customers, suppliers and internal teams, you’ll help take products from concept through to production.

Senior Design Engineer

Permanent

Competitive Salary + Discretionary Annual Bonus + Enhanced Pension Scheme

Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 16:45, Friday 08:00 – 15:00

Coventry

Senior Design Engineer

Job Description

• Create 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks
• Perform FEA analysis and engineering calculations
• Participate in FMEA and product risk assessments
• Ensure compliance with automotive quality standards (TS16949 / ISO9001)
• Support product development from concept to production

Senior Design Engineer

Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications

• Previous design experience, ideally within automotive
• Strong FEA experience
• Proven experience using SolidWorks for 3D & 2D modelling
• Ability to conduct Design for Manufacture (DFM) activities with suppliers
• Ideally degree qualified (Mechanical/Automotive/Motorsport)

Senior Design Engineer

Benefits

• Annual Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Enhanced Pension
• Annual Pay Reviews
• Free Onsite Parking
• Early finish on a Friday

If you feel you’re a good fit for this position, please click ‘apply’, email emily@owendaniels.co.uk or call 01276 300 125

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Coventry

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-03-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

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