ROLE: Lead Mechanical Design Engineer
LOCATION: Southampton
TERM: Permanent
SALARY: GBP 55,000 : GBP 70,000, dependent on experience
My client designs and manufactures specialist equipment for a variety of industries. They are looking for a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Southampton on a permanent basis.
The Lead Mechanical Design Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
: Be a self:starter, with strong leadership skills and the ability to own projects, work independently and implement your own ideas
: At least 5 years' experience in a similar Mechanical Design Engineering position
: Strong 3D CAD skills with SolidWorks ideally, SolidWorks PDM experience would be preferred
: Degree / HNC / HND / BTEC / NVQ / qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
: Experience in Aerospace, Defence or related industries would be beneficial
: Knowledge of sheet metal and machined parts
: Good theoretical mechanical engineering knowledge of core principles and tight tolerances
: Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
: Proficient using MS Office
: Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
: Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi:disciplinary team
The Lead Mechanical Design Engineer role will involve:
: Using SolidWorks for concept design and producing technical drawings
: Implementing PDM software
: Hiring and managing 1:2 direct reports
: Liaising with manufacturing providers
: Being involved in final assembly of products
: Creating the required documentation for design as well as project reports / plans
: Updating 3D models and drawings
: Inputting parts into the MRP system creating BOMs
: Checking drawings for sign off
: Working in a small multi:disciplinary team on varied projects
If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.