Mechanical Engineers – Cooling and Air Systems

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking Mechanical Design Engineers for a hybrid opportunity within the defense sector. The role involves designing cooling and air systems and requires a degree in a relevant field. The position offers competitive benefits such as enhanced annual leave and professional development opportunities. Candidates must be Sole British Nationals eligible for UK Security Clearance due to the nature of the work.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave Allowance

Professional Development

Employee Assistance Programme

Academic and Mentoring Support

Qualifications

• Educated to Degree level in relevant fields.
• Experience in the design of cooling and air systems.
• Proven capability in systems life-cycle from concept to commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Undertake functional mechanical design activities.
• Produce design documentation and safety justifications.
• Collaborate with suppliers and customers.

Skills

Mechanical design of cooling systems

Experience in air systems

Understanding of safety-critical environments

Leadership in technical direction or mentoring

Education

Degree in engineering, mechanical or science subjects

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineers - Cooling and Air Systems - Attractive

Hybrid - Permanent and Long Term - Military and Defence

Mechanical Design Engineers are required for an international Defence and Weapons Systems Company that is expanding their team. Salary and Seniority will depend on your skills, knowledge and experience.

This Position is a Hybrid Opportunity with Professional Development Built In

The Mechanical Design Engineers will be part of the Mechanical Engineering team and will be involved in supporting technical changes to existing company products (i.e Defence and Weapons Systems).

The Mechanical Design Engineers will be involved in the Mechanical Design of Cooling and Air Systems, Monitoring Systems, Sub-Systems and Equipment and will have the opportunity to shape the next generation of defence/weapons platforms and future technologies.

Key Duties and Responsibilities for the Mechanical Design Engineers

• Undertake functional mechanical design activities, systems modelling and analysis.
• Produce design documentation, Verification & Validation evidence and safety justifications.
• Support specification, qualification and procurement of systems components.
• Work collaboratively with suppliers and customers alike.
• Engage with stakeholders across the cross-functional project teams.
• Driving engineering governance through peer reviews and design reviews.

Key Skills, Experience and Qualifications Required for the Mechanical Design Engineers

• Educated to Degree level in engineering, mechanical or science subjects.
• Experience in the design of cooling systems, air systems and control systems.
• Knowledge and experience of complex, safety-critical environments.
• Ideally experience from a Maritime, Aerospace, Defence, Nuclear, Oil & Gas and or Sub-Sea.
• Proven capability in systems and engineering life-cycle from concept through to commissioning.
• Ideally demonstrated leadership – either through technical direction, mentoring, or project.
• Chartered engineer or working towards professional accreditation would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of platform constraints such as noise, shock, or survivability would be desirable.
• Previous experience integrating air systems with life-support and HVAC would be desirable.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pension Scheme and Annual Incentives Maybe Also Available
• Enhanced Annual Leave Allowance and Share Incentives Plans
• Professional Development and Career Diversification
• Employee Assistance Programme and Employee Discounts
• Academic and Mentoring Support

Sole British Nationals only for this opportunity that hold or are eligible to attain full UK Security Clearance (SC) are required due to the nature of the Defence Platforms and involved

Demand for this role will undoubtedly be high, and interviews will be arranged very soon. If you have the right experience and you want to be considered, please apply today. If you have any questions about the Mechanical Design Engineers role, please contact Peter Heap at Jonathan Lee Recruitment on 01384 446127 or send suitable CV's to [e-mail].