Job summary
We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer with experience in complex enclosure design to join our defence client based in Buckinghamshire.
Key skills required for this role
Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical, Engineer, CAD, Solidworks, Inventor
Important
All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance and be a sole British national.
Job description
Want to join a company a trusted and reputable company with a broad portfolio of capabilities across the Maritime domain? Working: The role does offer hybrid work along with flexible working hours In this role, the Mechanical Design Engineer will collaborate with specialists from other engineering disciplines and provide mechanical design expertise to support business opportunities. This includes conducting feasibility studies, developing technology, creating concept designs for new products, and preparing bids and proposals. Key responsibilities
1. Generating concept design proposals and feasibility studies to support product development programs
2. Carrying out elements of product design
3. Contributing to the development of engineering excellence within the business
4. Providing mechanical engineering expertise in support of future business opportunities
Qualifications / Skills required
5. A degree or higher in mechanical engineering
6. Broad knowledge of all aspects of engineering, such as systems, electrical, electro-mechanical, and rotating machinery
7. Experience in manufacturing methods applicable to electrical enclosures, such as metal fabrications, castings, welding, machining, and corrosion protection
8. Proficiency in 3D CAD software, preferably AutoDesk Inventor
9. Good knowledge of materials
10. Good knowledge of best practices in design lifecycle processes, such as gated design phases and design reviews
11. Experience in designing to strict requirements such as shock, EMC and thermal
12. Strong communication skills and confidence in presenting in front of customers
Desirable:
13. Experience in the Defence / Aerospace or safety regulated environment would be advantageous
14. Experience in the Naval / Maritime domain would be advantageous.
15. Self-driven, with an ability to manage workload under challenging timescales
16. Eagerness to learn and understand the organisation's engineering history with an opportunity to shape how we do things in the future
Even If you feel like you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to reach out an apply. Company Highlights: All the pros of a small business with the security of a multinational" *Glassdoor review "The engineering staff are great, very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Very good team atmosphere, with people always willing to help" *Glassdoor review Named as Gold Award winner in MoD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme for 2021 Some company benefits are:
17. TOIL
18. Flexible working hours
19. 1pm finish on a Friday
20. Annual bonus
21. Casual dress
22. 25 days holiday
23. Christmas shut down.
24. Option to buy or sell holiday.
25. Option to purchase private health care, dental, critical illness etc via salary sacrifice.
26. Reward hub - discounts at over 200 online stores
27. 4 x annual salary life cover
28. Share
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