Mentor Design Engineer

Phoenix Scientific Industries Ltd; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Scientific Industries Ltd is seeking a highly experienced Design Engineer based in Hailsham, East Sussex. The role requires extensive industrial experience and focuses on applying engineering principles to complex challenges rather than routine CAD tasks. The ideal candidate will mentor junior engineers, collaborate within a small design team, and travel occasionally for projects. Qualifications include a degree in engineering or physics and substantial industrial experience. This is a full-time position, with 3-5 days per week.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related scientific discipline (minimum 2:1 or equivalent).
• Extensive post-graduate industrial experience in engineering design.
• Strong grounding in core engineering fundamentals and applied mathematics.
• Demonstrable ability to translate theory into practical engineering solutions.
• Ability to work on-site as part of a collaborative design team.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced engineering principles to real-world design challenges.
• Develop and manipulate empirical and analytical equations to support design decisions.
• Provide practical, experience-led solutions to electromechanical engineering problems.
• Mentor and support junior engineers.
• Collaborate closely with Managing Director and design team.

Skills

Advanced engineering principles

Analytical capability

Creative problem-solving

Experience-led solutions

Education

Degree in Engineering, Physics, or related discipline

Extensive post-graduate industrial experience

Job description

PSI is seeking a highly experienced Design Engineer to join our expanding team. This position is suited to an engineer with extensive industrial experience and a strong grounding in engineering fundamentals. Working within a small, fast‑moving design team, you will contribute deep practical knowledge, analytical capability, and creative problem‑solving skills to complex engineering challenges. The role focuses on applied engineering science rather than routine CAD production or management responsibilities. This position will also involve mentoring and supporting younger engineers within the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply advanced engineering principles to real‑world design challenges
• Develop and manipulate empirical and analytical equations to support design decision
• Provide practical, experience‑led solutions to electromechanical engineering problems
• Contribute to the design and development of systems involving advanced materials
• Support projects involving heavy current electrical systems
• Mentor and support junior engineers
• Collaborate closely with the Managing Director and wider design team

Qualifications & Education

• Degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related scientific discipline (minimum 2:1 or equivalent)
• Extensive post‑graduate industrial experience in engineering design
• Strong grounding in core engineering fundamentals and applied mathematics
• Demonstrable ability to translate theory into practical engineering solutions
• Experience working in industrial or manufacturing environments
• Ability to work on‑site as part of a collaborative design team

Who This Role May Suit

This role is particularly suited to an experienced engineer or scientist who:

• Enjoys fundamental engineering analysis
• Prefers creative, technically challenging work over administrative or managerial responsibilities
• Values practical engineering judgement
• Wishes to contribute meaningfully within a small, agile organisation

What We Are Not Looking For

• Purely managerial profiles
• CAD‑only design operators
• Candidates seeking primarily administrative or commercial roles

The role is based at PSI’s Hailsham site but may involve occasional UK travel and short overseas visits in support of our worldwide customer base. Due to the nature of the work this role cannot be fulfilled by working on a remote basis.

Essentials

• Full UK Driving Licence and ability to travel globally as required

Employment Type

3‑5 Days per Week

Location

Hailsham, East Sussex