Lead Mechanical Engineer - Cambridge, Product Innovation

Mechanicaldesigndirectory; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mechanicaldesigndirectory is looking for a committed engineer to work in multidisciplinary teams on development projects in Cambridge. The successful candidate will take a lead role in mechanical design and product development, employing skills in 3D CAD, rapid prototyping, and numerical analysis.

The role offers a permanent position with opportunities for rapid development into project management. A strong educational background in mechanical engineering and proven experience in industrial settings are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent first degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline.
• Significant industrial experience in product development.
• Creative approach to problem solving and concept generation.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design role on multidisciplinary projects.
• Manage tasks within projects requiring delivery within tight timescales.
• Liaise with other engineering disciplines and specify experimental programmes.

Skills

Team management

Problem-solving

3D CAD (Pro/Engineer Wildfire, Solidworks)

Rapid prototyping

Numerical analysis (FEA, CFD)

Fluid dynamics

Thermal management

Education

First degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline

Second degree (advantageous)

Job description

Mechanicaldesigndirectory is looking for a committed engineer to work in multidisciplinary teams on development projects in Cambridge. The successful candidate will take a lead role in mechanical design and product development, employing skills in 3D CAD, rapid prototyping, and numerical analysis.

The role offers a permanent position with opportunities for rapid development into project management. A strong educational background in mechanical engineering and proven experience in industrial settings are essential.