Lead Mechanical Engineer - Complex Defence Systems

Chess Dynamics Ltd; Horsham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chess Dynamics is an established Leading Design and Manufacturing business with several sites across the UK. Our product ranges are cutting edge and serve the defence industries with solutions that meet client requirements—driving innovation is at the heart of everything we do.

We seek a Mechanical Design Lead to guide a small-to-medium design team, create 3D CAD models in SolidWorks, perform stress and vibration analyses, produce detailed drawings for manufacturing, and support testing,

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering is essential.
• Experience designing complex mechanisms and structures for harsh environments – Defence preferred.
• Lead roles from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Lead 3D CAD design in SolidWorks and related modelling tools.
• Coordinate with teams to integrate electronics, control and drive systems into equipment designs.
• Produce and manage detailed engineering drawings for manufacturing and testing.
• Develop engineering reports, risk assessments, and validation documentation.
• Support bids and quotations and liaise with customers and suppliers.

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Chess Dynamics is an established Leading Design and Manufacturing business with several sites across the UK. Our product ranges are cutting edge and serve the defence industries with solutions that meet client requirements—driving innovation is at the heart of everything we do.

We seek a Mechanical Design Lead to guide a small-to-medium design team, create 3D CAD models in SolidWorks, perform stress and vibration analyses, produce detailed drawings for manufacturing, and support testing,