Job Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Actuator/Hydraulics
Location: Surrey
Salary: £50,000 to £65,000
Employment Type: Permanent
Working Arrangements: On-Site 
 
A leading engineering organisation in Surrey is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to take ownership of complex mechanical systems from concept through to production. This position offers the chance to work on high-integrity, performance-critical products where innovation, precision, and engineering excellence are central to the work.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead the mechanical design of assemblies and components involving actuators, hydraulics, or motion-control systems
• Produce high-quality 3D models and detailed drawings using a modern 3D CAD package (SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, or similar)
• Drive concept development, prototyping, testing, and design validation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electronics, manufacturing, and systems engineering
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and peer review for junior engineers
• Ensure designs meet performance, safety, and compliance requirements

About You
• Proven experience in actuator design, hydraulic systems, or similar high-force/high-precision mechanisms
• Strong proficiency with 3D CAD tools and engineering documentation standards
• Solid understanding of materials, tolerances, manufacturing processes, and mechanical engineering best practice
• Confident communicator able to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Proactive, hands-on approach to problem solving

Desirable Experience
• Exposure to FEA or CFD
• Experience in regulated or safety-critical industries
• Knowledge of systems integration or mechatronics

For more information, please contact Cathy Swain. 
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