SENIOR MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER Our client, a leading Irish organisation specialising in the design and manufacture of heavy transport equipment, is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their engineering team. This is a full-time, permanent role based in Laois, offering an excellent salary package and long-term career progression. COMPANY: Our client is a well-established manufacturer with over 20 years in operation, supplying innovative solutions to the forestry, construction, agricultural, and heavy goods industries. They specialise in the production of HGV hauling trailers, crane systems, and heavy-duty transport equipment. With strong annual turnover and a reputation for quality engineering, they are now expanding their design department. THE ROLE: The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for: Designing and overseeing the manufacture of HGV hauling trailers, crane systems, and heavy-duty mechanical assemblies. Using SolidWorks to create detailed 3D models, drawings, and full design packages. Performing FEA (Finite Element Analysis) to validate structural integrity and performance. Managing project costs and ensuring all required parts and materials are available ahead of production. Ensuring SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) are followed throughout the design and manufacturing cycle. Generating BOMs (Bills of Materials) and ensuring documentation accuracy. Collaborating with production, procurement, and operations teams to ensure smooth project delivery. Taking ownership of projects from concept through to final manufacture. Progressing into a team leadership role as the engineering division grows. This is a hands-on design role with significant influence on product development and engineering standards. THE PERSON: Our client is seeking candidates who: Have 7+ years' experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer. Are highly proficient in SolidWorks, with experience designing heavy equipment such as plant machinery, agricultural equipment, forestry machines, HGV systems, quarry machinery, or recycling equipment. Have experience with FEA analysis and stress calculations. Can work independently, take full ownership of projects, and manage design workloads effectively. Bring team leadership or mentoring experience (advantageous). Are commutable to Laois (approximately one hour from surrounding counties). THE PACKAGE: Salary: €65,000 - €80,000 (DOE) Vehicle: Possible, though may reduce salary Holidays: 20 days annually Contract: Full-time, permanent Hours: Office-based role Other: Strong long-term prospects as the engineering team grows LOCATION: Laois (commutable from Offaly, Kildare, Tipperary, Kilkenny, Carlow) BMS Performance specialises in recruiting Senior Engineering and Design professionals across Ireland. We connect experienced engineers with employers offering genuine career progression and long-term stability. Skills: mechanical design manufacturing laois offaly kildare carlow Benefits: pension