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Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, Basildon
Client: Gold Group Ltd
Location: Basildon, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
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Posted:
22.08.2025
Expiry Date:
06.10.2025
Job Description:
Job Title: Lead Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Rochester – On-site (work from home ½ day Friday)
Role Type: Permanent
Our client, an established aerospace & defence manufacturing firm in Rochester, requires an experienced Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team.
Responsibilities of the Lead Mechanical Design Engineer include:
* Prepare and present Mechanical Development Plans, Design Scheme Data Packs, and other engineering details for internal review and customer forums.
* Peer check work of other mechanical engineers, including designs, data, calculations, and reports.
* Chair design review panels at functional and project levels, both internally and with customers.
* Develop project plans, lead a team, and monitor progress and budgets.
* Manage resource plans and allocate Mechanical Engineering resources.
* Support bid estimates and proposal documentation.
* Conduct Performance and Development Reviews and contribute to Salary Reviews.
* Ensure team adherence to policies and procedures.
Experience required:
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
* Proven product development experience from concept to production.
* Previous team leadership and project management experience.
* Experience with avionic systems, optical displays, mechatronics, electronics packaging, composites, additive manufacturing, and testing equipment is advantageous.
* Experience preparing technical datasets (drawings/MBD).
* Proficiency in CAD tools, preferably CREO, and experience with TeamCenter, DOORs, and JIRA is beneficial.
This is a fantastic opportunity for career progression. Interested candidates should apply promptly, as the position will be filled quickly!
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