Lead Mechanical Design Engineer – Defence Gear & Transmission

Morson Group; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge is recruiting a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer in Huddersfield to own complex gearbox and power transmission design for defence applications. You will produce detailed 3D models, drawings and documentation, while guiding a team of engineers and coordinating with manufacturing and supply chain.

The role requires a strong background in precision engineering, extensive CAD experience (Solid Edge preferred) and solid knowledge of GD&T, materials and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical design engineering background in precision/rotating equipment or heavy engineering.
• Proven experience leading complex design projects and taking technical ownership.
• Advanced CAD capability (Solid Edge preferred).
• Solid understanding of GD&T, materials and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design activities across gearbox and power transmission projects.
• Develop and re-engineer designs for specialist defence applications.
• Produce and review 3D CAD models, drawings and technical documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and support design reviews.
• Oversee design calculations, tolerancing, materials selection and change control.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, analysis, production engineering and supply chain teams.
• Support gearbox testing, design verification, DFMEA and continuous improvement.
• Ensure deliverables meet customer specs, quality standards and deadlines.

Skills

Precision engineering

CAD (Solid Edge)

GD&T

Gearboxes / transmission

Mentoring engineers

Mechanical engineering degree

Education

Bachelor/Master in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Morson Edge is recruiting a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer in Huddersfield to own complex gearbox and power transmission design for defence applications. You will produce detailed 3D models, drawings and documentation, while guiding a team of engineers and coordinating with manufacturing and supply chain.

The role requires a strong background in precision engineering, extensive CAD experience (Solid Edge preferred) and solid knowledge of GD&T, materials and manufacturing processes.