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Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, Bournemouth
Client: Gold Group Ltd
Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 1
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 multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities:
* Prepare and present Mechanical Development Plans, Design Scheme Data Packs, and other engineering details for internal review and customer forums.
* Peer review 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.
* Prepare project plans, lead a team, and monitor progress and budgets.
* Manage resource plans and allocate Mechanical Engineering resources.
* Assist in preparing estimates, proposals, and documentation for new bids.
* Conduct Performance and Development Reviews and contribute to Salary Reviews.
* Ensure adherence to departmental and company policies within the Mechanical Team and project teams.
Requirements:
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
* Experience in product development from concept to production.
* Previous team leadership and project management experience.
* Experience with avionic systems, optical displays, mechatronics, electronics packaging, composites, additive manufacturing, testing, and measurement equipment.
* Proficiency in preparing technical datasets (drawings/MBD).
* Experience with CAD tools, preferably CREO, and familiarity with TeamCenter, DOORs, and JIRA.
This is a great opportunity for career progression. Interested candidates should apply promptly as the position is expected to be filled quickly.
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