Senior Design Engineer

Position: Senior Design Engineer

Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000

Permanent Position – Monday-Friday

25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays.

Interaction Engineering is working closely with a rapidly growing manufacturing company in the heart of Peterborough. Due to successful growth they are seeking a senior design engineer to join the team and work closely across all operations.

The Role:

• Create and release accurate models and drawings to standards and processes.
• Concept design through to detailing of all areas of the automotive industry including but not limited to suspension, chassis, bodywork, cooling, aerodynamics, drivetrain installation & tooling design.
• Creation of 2D drawings for manufacture of machined, fabricated, and composite components/assemblies targeting GD&T standards.
• BOM creation and management/ update PCN processes through to ERP integration.
• Maintain agreed project deadlines and provide regular feedback and/or reports on progress.
• Liaising with internal/external suppliers & occasionally dealers to ensure design intent is realised.
• Interact with Production Engineers, suppliers, and Technicians to ensure that the designs are fit for purpose.
• Some national and international travel may be required for testing.

What we need from you:

• Degree qualified in suitable subject or previous experience in a similar role.
• Highly proficient at creating 3D CAD models & 2D technical drawings, preferably in SolidWorks.
• Proficiency in CAD PDM systems
• Ability to work in a close-knit team of Engineers towards a common goal.
• Practical knowledge of manufacturing methods for various items of componentry and resulting lead times
• Holds a full UK driving license and has access to a vehicle.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Interaction Recruitment have specialist consultants across the majority of industries within the UK, including but not limited to, Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support. For more information regarding the position or to discuss any other opportunities, you can reach George on or email