Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Crawley
Due to continued growth, they have an immediate requirement for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer at their site in West Sussex.
The successful Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will have a proven track record of designing and developing complex electro-mechanical mechanisms. They will be able to lead a small, mixed-discipline project team and produce quality design solutions that meet cost, time, and quality requirements.
As the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design and development of new products from concept to production.
Key Responsibilities for the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer:
- Oversee the creation of 3D CAD designs using SolidWorks.
- Perform classical engineering analysis on designs, including stress, fatigue & vibration.
- Conduct lab testing to verify and validate design outputs.
- Prepare engineering reports to support new product designs and failure investigations.
- Collaborate with wider engineering teams to integrate electronic, control, and drive systems into equipment designs.
- Provide support for production, test, and field engineering teams.
- Work with project managers and sales teams to estimate design timelines and keep them apprised of progress.
Skills & Experience for the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer:
Essential:
- Proven experience in the design of complex mechanisms and structures.
- Experience in designing systems from concept to production.
- Ability to analyse loads on and design solutions for items such as gear drives, bearings, and motors.
- Understanding of the application of machining, casting, fabrication, and moulding techniques.
- Experience in the use of a 3D CAD system ideally SolidWorks.
Desirable:
- Experience in designing for harsh environments.
- Experience in the defence or related sectors, particularly in R&D and manufacturing.
- Experience and knowledge of coaching in support of talent development.
- Previous experience in a similar senior-level role.
Work-life balance:
- 37.5-hour working week.
- Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
Company Benefits: Competitive salary.
28 days annual leave.Group pension plan.
Income protection scheme.
Life assurance policy.
Excellent learning & development opportunities.
Great working environment with free, onsite car parking across all locations.
Security Clearance Requirements:Due to the nature of our business, our staff need to be able to obtain UK Security Clearance as a mandated requirement. Therefore, if successful, you will need to provide proof of identity, employment history and right to work in the UK, along with proof of UK residency for at least five years.
If you are ready to take your career to the next level, we encourage you to apply to this Senior Mechanical Design Engineer opportunity today