An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senor Mechanical Design Engineer to join their world-class engineering team — contributing to the development of bespoke motion control and simulation systems used across aerospace, automotive, defence, and industrial applications worldwide.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and develop moderately complex mechanical assemblies and ‘System Elements’, adapting existing designs where appropriate
* Produce accurate manufacturing documentation (GA’s, detailed drawings, BoMs) in accordance with engineering standards (BS 8888, GD&T)
* Ensure designs comply with performance, safety, and regulatory requirements (including UKCA/CE compliance under relevant directives)
* Apply Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA) principles to enhance cost-efficiency, serviceability, and repeatability
* Manage design progress as a ‘Lead Engineer’ where required, including tracking deliverables, coordinating with supply chain, and resolving technical queries
* Conduct design reviews, risk assessments, and provide technical support to production, suppliers, and service teams
* Maintain project documentation, technical files, and contribute to the company’s continuous improvement initiatives
* Support design validation, including assembly procedures and verification hardware for testing
* Mentor junior engineers and help capture design knowledge within internal libraries and guidelines.
Experience Required:
* Reading and creation of technical drawings to BS8888
* Mathematical modelling to aid design iteration of mechanical components
* Design & selection of rotating machinery parts; shafts, gears, lubrication, bearings, materials
* Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
* Designing to machinery directive 2006/42/EC
* Finite Element Analysis (linear static & fatigue)
* Technical writing
* Administration
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