Senior Mechanical Engineer
Salary: Up to €70,000 | Location: Portlaoise
Are you ready to take full ownership of a brand-new engineering project and see your designs go from concept to build?
I'm working with a fast-growing manufacturing business that designs and builds high-performance trailers, cranes and heavy machinery for customers across Ireland, the UK and Europe. With major investment in new product development, they're now looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead a flagship project from start to finish.
The Role
This is a high-impact position where you'll work directly with senior management, shape a new product line, and take full engineering responsibility. If you want autonomy, visibility and the chance to design something that will be built exactly as you envisioned - this is a standout opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Lead 3D design work using SolidWorks
Produce production drawings & hydraulic/electrical schematics
Run FEA analysis and prepare technical reports
Build BOMs and upload to ERP
Optimise nesting and machine programming
Source components and set up purchasing data
Ensure EU/UK compliance across all designs
Provide hands-on engineering support during manufacturingWhat You'll Need
Strong SolidWorks and FEA experience
Understanding of hydraulic and electrical systems
Background in machinery/HGV/agri/plant equipment
Experience managing projects end-to-end
Practical, solutions-driven, hands-on mindsetThis role offers genuine ownership, long-term progression, and the chance to play a major part in a growing engineering team.
For more information or to apply, contact:
Dairis Sprudzans - Engineering Recruiter
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Keywords:
Senior Mechanical Engineer, SolidWorks, FEA, Machinery Design, Hydraulic Systems, Electrical Schematics, BOM, ERP, Nesting, Manufacturing Engineering, HGV, Agri Machinery, Plant Equipment, Product Development, Mechanical Design Engineer, Project Lead, Heavy Equipment Design