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Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, Southampton
Client: Gold Group Ltd
Location: Southampton, 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 multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities include:
* 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 clients.
* Develop project plans, lead teams, and monitor progress, budgets, and resource allocation.
* Support bid preparations, proposals, and documentation.
* Conduct performance and development reviews and contribute to salary reviews.
* Ensure adherence to departmental and company policies.
Qualifications and experience needed:
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
* Proven product development experience from concept to production.
* Leadership and project management experience.
* Experience with avionic systems, optical displays, mechatronics, electronics packaging, composites, additive manufacturing, and testing equipment.
* Experience in preparing technical datasets and using CAD tools like CREO, TeamCenter, DOORs, and JIRA.
This is a fantastic opportunity for career progression. Interested candidates should apply promptly as the position is expected to fill quickly.
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