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Senior Design Engineer; PumpsWhile professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.Permanent; Full TimeKendal, Cumbria; site based with flexible working optionsDo you have strong experience designing rotating equipment or pumps?Have you led or mentored engineers within a design team?Are you confident managing projects and engaging directly with customers?What's in it for you45,024 to 49,341 depending on experience10% employer pension contribution plus 4% employee25 days holiday plus bank holidays; option to buy or sell additional daysFlexible workingChartership support and ongoing professional developmentCycle to work schemeLife assurance at 3x salaryAccess to occupational health and EAPWhat will you be doing?Lead and support Design Engineers within the teamPrioritise workload and manage project schedules to meet business targetsAct as key technical interface with customers; manage requirements and updatesOversee design validation to ensure performance and reliabilityReview and approve technical drawings, specifications, and reportsDrive new product development and continuous improvementSupport prototype builds and testing activitiesPresent design solutions and progress to internal stakeholdersMentor and develop junior engineersWhere will you be doing it?You'll be based at an established engineering and manufacturing site in Kendal, working within a detailed design team focused on pump products. The role supports global OEM customers across power generation and industrial markets, with close collaboration across cross functional engineering teams in a hands on, technically driven environment.What will you need?Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar; or equivalent experienceStrong post qualification experience in design engineeringExperience with rotating equipment; pumps or turbomachinery preferredUnderstanding of engineering design processes and product lifecycleStrong 3D CAD capability; SolidWorks preferredExperience producing and reviewing technical drawings and specificationsStrong knowledge of tolerancing and GD&TExperience leading or mentoring engineersGood stakeholder management and communication skillsOrganised approach with ability to manage deadlinesImportant Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our on our website. xjdpvnf It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please get in touch with us