Pertemps Specialist Division
Job Title: Senior Design Engineer
Location: Evesham (office-based)
Salary: Competitive – Skills Led Package
Shift Type: Standard Days (8.30 am-5 pm)
Benefits: 25 Days Holiday, Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, Career Development,
Overview
An established manufacturer within the agricultural machinery sector is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to take ownership of hydraulic systems and fabricated steel structure design for robust, field-proven equipment. The role is central to both new product development and continuous improvement of existing machinery used in demanding agricultural environments.
This is a hands-on engineering position requiring strong practical judgement, design capability, and close collaboration with production, service, and supply chain teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead design and development of hydraulic systems including circuit design, component selection, and system sizing
- Design welded steel fabrications and structural assemblies for heavy-duty machinery
- Produce full 3D CAD models, detailed manufacturing drawings, and technical documentation
- Undertake engineering calculations and support validation of prototypes and test data
- Drive product improvement initiatives including cost reduction, reliability, and manufacturability enhancements
- Support prototype build, testing, and design verification activities
- Work closely with production engineering to ensure efficient and accurate design-to-manufacture transition
- Investigate and resolve technical issues arising from production, field service, or customer feedback
- Liaise with suppliers on technical specifications, quality, and component performance
- Ensure compliance with relevant safety, regulatory, and industry standards
- Provide technical guidance and informal mentorship to junior engineers
Skills & Experience
- Strong background in hydraulic system design (pumps, valves, motors, circuits)
- Proven experience designing steel fabrications and welded structures
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (fabrication, machining, assembly)
- Experience working with or around control systems (sensors, basic CAN-based systems advantageous)
- Proficient in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
- Ability to perform engineering calculations and interpret test/field data
- Strong problem-solving mindset with a practical, production-aware approach
- Experience within agricultural machinery or heavy equipment strongly preferred
Qualifications
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- Or equivalent industry experience at a senior design level
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To apply for this role or to find out more, please get in touch with the Pertemps Engineering Division.
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