Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

The Role

Our client is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their multi-disciplinary engineering team.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Mechanical engineering degree (BSc/BEng or MEng).
• Experience: 8+ years in the field.
• Skills: Proficiency with 3D CAD software.

Key Responsibilities

• Organise and lead the mechanical engineering team to fulfil various orders and projects.
• Take designs from concept to production intent.
• Create CAD models and detailed engineering drawings using GD&T.
• Work on products such as high-speed compressors, power electronics enclosures, cooling structures, testing hardware, prototypes, jigs, and fixtures.
• Collaborate with the Mechanical Team Leader to build and develop the mechanical engineering team in alignment with the company’s strategic roadmap.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance to other mechanical engineers.
• Ensure product compliance with automotive requirements.
• Act as a technical liaison and support for customers.
• Contribute to the creation of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Participate in problem-solving processes such as 8D.
• Create and review tolerance stack-ups.
• Create, review, and sign off on reports, drawings, designs, and calculations.
•  Identify opportunities for functional and manufacturing improvements.
• Develop Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) for setting up and running test cells for validation work.

Skills, Experience, and Personal Attributes:

• Electro-Mechanical Development: Proven experience in developing electro-mechanical components, preferably within the automotive sector or similar.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of solid body dynamics, structures and materials, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics.
• CAD Proficiency: Expertise in 3D CAD modelling (SolidWorks desirable) and GD&T as per BS 8888.
• Design for Manufacturing: Knowledge of DFM/DFA/DFV principles.
• FMEA: Experience with DFMEA.
• Product Lifecycle Management: Familiarity with PLM systems like 3D Experience, Team Center, etc.
• Software Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Projects).
• Communication: Excellent communication skills for interaction within a multi-disciplinary team and with external customers.
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with a creative approach to new ideas.
• Attention to Detail: Keen attention to detail.
• Workshop Skills: Confident in using basic workshop tools and processes.

If you are a highly skilled mechanical engineer with a passion for innovation and a drive for excellence, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.