About the Role:
At HMT Refrakter UK Ltd, engineering excellence is at the core of everything we do. We design and deliver robust mechanical solutions that help industrial operations perform safely, efficiently, and reliably. We believe great engineering combines technical precision with innovation, creating solutions that stand the test of time.
We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to take ownership of complex mechanical design projects from concept through manufacturing. This is more than producing technical drawings—you will drive engineering decisions, improve product performance, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical, high-quality mechanical solutions. Your expertise will directly influence product development, manufacturing efficiency, and the success of major engineering projects.
Why Work With Us?
Engineering Excellence:
Join a team where technical expertise is respected, innovation is encouraged, and quality is never compromised. Your ideas will contribute to projects that make a real impact.
Challenging Projects:
Work on diverse mechanical engineering projects involving product development, industrial equipment, design optimization, and advanced manufacturing processes.
Modern Engineering Environment:
Utilize industry-leading CAD software, engineering tools, and collaborative workflows while working alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists.
Professional Growth:
We invest in continuous learning through technical training, professional development opportunities, and career progression within a growing engineering organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Mechanical Design Leadership:
Lead the design and development of mechanical systems, components, and assemblies from concept through production while ensuring performance, manufacturability, and reliability.
Engineering Development:
Create detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, technical specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) that support efficient manufacturing and assembly.
Design Optimization:
Evaluate and improve existing products through engineering analysis, tolerance studies, material selection, and design for manufacture (DFM) principles.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with manufacturing, production, quality, procurement, and project teams to ensure successful project delivery and smooth product implementation.
Technical Leadership:
Provide engineering guidance, conduct design reviews, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the engineering department.
What We Are Looking For:
Experience:
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Mechanical Design Engineering, Product Design, or Industrial Engineering, with proven experience delivering complex engineering projects.
Technical Expertise:
Strong proficiency using professional 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, Creo, CATIA, or Siemens NX, together with a thorough understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing processes.
Engineering Knowledge:
Experience with mechanical calculations, material selection, tolerance analysis, design validation, prototype development, and engineering documentation.
Communication Skills:
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to present technical solutions, work effectively with cross-functional teams, and mentor less experienced engineers.
Mindset:
You are analytical, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused. You enjoy solving engineering challenges, continuously improving designs, and delivering practical solutions that balance performance, quality, and cost.
Pay: £45,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- Free fitness classes
- Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leeds (West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and Humber Region)
