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Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, Guildford
Client: Gold Group Ltd
Location: Guildford, 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 include:
* Preparing and presenting Mechanical Development Plans, Design Scheme Data Packs, and other engineering details for internal and customer review
* Peer reviewing work of other mechanical engineers, including designs, data, calculations, and reports
* Chairing design review panels at various levels
* Preparing project plans, leading a team, and monitoring progress and budgets
* Managing resource allocation for Mechanical Engineering projects
* Supporting bid estimates, proposals, and documentation
* Conducting performance and development reviews, and contributing to salary reviews
* Ensuring adherence to departmental and company policies
Qualifications and Experience:
* 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, testing equipment, etc.
* Experience preparing technical datasets (drawings/MBD)
* Proficiency with CAD tools, ideally CREO, and familiarity with TeamCenter, DOORs, and JIRA
This is an excellent opportunity for career progression. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly, as the position is expected to be filled quickly.
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