Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Redline Group Ltd; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading connector technology firm in Hampshire is seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to lead innovative design and development efforts in their R&D division. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering, experience in tooling and assembly design, and a strong foundation in materials and mechanical systems. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge products in medical, aerospace, and defense sectors.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified Engineer.
• Experience in tooling and assembly design.
• Strong knowledge of materials and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and development from specifications to delivery.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation including drawings and reports.
• Contribute to design reviews and resolve technical challenges.
• Identify risks and deliver robust solutions.
• Stay up to date with new technologies and support process development.

Skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Creativity

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Design tools

Manufacturing processes knowledge

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join one of the leading companies in connector technology, based in Hampshire. Part of a globally recognised organisation, this company is shaping innovation across the medical, aerospace, and defence industries.

They are seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join their R&D division. This role will be instrumental in developing new products and driving the next phase of the company's growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and development, from customer specifications through to delivery of high-quality, on-time solutions
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, including drawings, test plans, and reports
• Contribute to design reviews and resolve technical challenges in collaboration with process engineers
• Identify risks and deliver robust, independent solutions
• Stay up to date with new technologies and support process development and industrialisation

Desirable Experience

• Degree qualified Engineer
• Tooling and Assemble design experience.
• Strong knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and mechanical systems
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity skills

Due to the nature of the sector our client is unable to offer a sponsorship, so UK working rights are required.

This role offers the chance to shape the next generation of products at the forefront of advanced technology. Whether you are a Senior Engineer seeking a fresh challenge or an Engineer with several years of experience looking to step up, this is an exciting career opportunity.

Apply Now

Please send your CV to (url removed) or contact Ricky Wilcocks at (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) for more information.