Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

George Blake; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Company pension

Private healthcare

Flexible and hybrid working

Professional development

Job summary

George Blake is recruiting a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to own the mechanical design of complex products from concept through manufacture, using Autodesk Inventor. You will lead technical projects, mentor colleagues and ensure delivery to the highest standards.

The role requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering, extensive senior design experience in manufacturing, and strong GD&T/DFM knowledge, with a track record of delivering high-quality engineering solutions and managing

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Significant experience in a senior mechanical design role within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Advanced proficiency with Autodesk Inventor.
• Strong knowledge of machining, fabrication, sheet metal and assembly processes.
• Experience producing detailed manufacturing drawings to recognised engineering standards.
• Solid understanding of GD&T and Design for Manufacture (DFM).
• Previous experience leading projects and providing technical guidance to engineering teams.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex mechanical systems and products using Autodesk Inventor.
• Produce detailed 3D models, manufacturing drawings and engineering documentation.
• Manage projects through the full product lifecycle, from concept and design through to manufacture and testing.
• Conduct design reviews, engineering calculations and tolerance analysis.
• Work closely with manufacturing, production, procurement and quality teams to ensure designs are optimised for manufacture.
• Mentor and support junior members of the design team.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers to resolve technical challenges and deliver successful project outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant engineering standards and industry regulations.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within engineering processes and product design.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Mentoring

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Autodesk Vault

PDM systems

Job description

Principal Mechanical Design Engineer – Autodesk Inventor

Salary: £60,000–£75,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits

My client is a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation with an outstanding reputation for delivering innovative, high-quality solutions across a range of complex industries. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are looking to appoint an experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join their engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior design engineer who is passionate about engineering excellence, enjoys leading technical projects, and has extensive experience using Autodesk Inventor.

The Role

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will take ownership of the mechanical design of complex products from concept through to manufacture. As a technical leader within the business, you'll provide guidance to other engineers while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest engineering standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex mechanical systems and products using Autodesk Inventor.
• Produce detailed 3D models, manufacturing drawings and engineering documentation.
• Manage projects through the full product lifecycle, from concept and design through to manufacture and testing.
• Conduct design reviews, engineering calculations and tolerance analysis.
• Work closely with manufacturing, production, procurement and quality teams to ensure designs are optimised for manufacture.
• Mentor and support junior members of the design team.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers to resolve technical challenges and deliver successful project outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant engineering standards and industry regulations.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement within engineering processes and product design.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be a highly experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with a proven track record of delivering complex engineering projects.

You will have:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Significant experience in a senior mechanical design role within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Advanced proficiency with Autodesk Inventor.
• Strong knowledge of machining, fabrication, sheet metal and assembly processes.
• Experience producing detailed manufacturing drawings to recognised engineering standards.
• A solid understanding of GD&T and Design for Manufacture (DFM).
• Previous experience leading projects and providing technical guidance to engineering teams.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Desirable

• Experience with Autodesk Vault or other PDM systems.
• FEA and engineering simulation experience.
• Experience working within highly regulated sectors such as aerospace, defence, nuclear, automotive or special purpose machinery.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, or working towards it.

What's on Offer

My client offers an excellent working environment where engineers are encouraged to innovate, develop and progress their careers. Alongside a competitive salary, you'll benefit from an attractive package that includes:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Annual bonus.
• Company pension.
• Private healthcare.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression.
• The opportunity to work on technically challenging, industry-leading engineering projects.

If you're an experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineer looking for your next challenge with a forward-thinking engineering business, we'd be delighted to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.