The candidate should meet the following requirements
Job Description
Role Description
The ideal candidate will have
Socode are working with a global high-tech engineering business developing complex precision systems used in advanced industrial applications. As their next-generation products move through critical development phases, they’re now looking to add a Principal Mechanical Engineer to their R&D team.
This is a senior, hands-on role where you’ll take ownership of major mechanical systems on complex electromechanical products — not just small sub-assemblies.
What will you be doing?
1. Leading mechanical development on new product programmes from technical specification through to production
2. Defining mechanical requirements around performance, reliability, cost, and serviceability
3. Producing detailed CAD, drawings, tolerances, and full bills of materials
4. Leading the build, integration, and testing of complex mechanical and electromechanical sub-systems
5. Selecting and validating cost-effective manufacturing methods and mitigating technical risks
6. Working closely with suppliers to source and manufacture components
7. Supporting product integration, system testing, and early-life issue resolution
8. Ensuring designs meet relevant standards and internal quality requirements
9. Contributing to technical documentation, training material, and customer support
10. Collaborating daily with R&D, Manufacturing, Product Management, and wider engineering teams
We’re looking for:
11. A Mechanical Engineering degree (or closely related discipline)
12. Extensive experience delivering products in high-technology R&D and manufacturing settings
13. Advanced 3D CAD capability in SolidWorks with working knowledge of simulation and analysis
14. A track record of owning products through the full development cycle, from early concept to production support
15. Strong practical understanding of a wide range of manufacturing methods, including CNC machining, sheet metal, moulded parts, castings, and additive methods
16. Solid background in designing and packaging electromechanical systems
17. Proven experience with motion and drive systems such as mechanisms, motors, linear rails, and bearings
18. Good working knowledge of materials selection, tolerancing, and mechanical reliability
19. Hands-on experience designing jigs, fixtures, and supporting manufacturing processes
20. A structured, analytical engineer who is comfortable with risk assessment and design reviews
21. Someone who can lead technically while remaining hands-on with detailed design
Nice to have:
22. Previous exposure to fluid-based precision systems
23. Understanding of pneumatics, fluid handling, or safe machinery design