Senior Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Une start-up innovante au Royaume-Uni recherche un Senior Design Engineer pour diriger la conception de systèmes hydrogène modulaires. Ce poste vous offre l’opportunité de travailler dans un environnement dynamique et de contribuer à des projets novateurs. Vous serez responsable de la conception mécanique, de la création de modèles 3D et de la collaboration avec des fournisseurs pour garantir la conformité technique. Un diplôme en ingénierie mécanique et une expérience dans des environnements de systèmes complexes sont requis.

Qualifications

• Expérience en ingénierie de conception, idéalement dans des environnements de systèmes complexes.
• Compétence avérée en conception d'équipements pour des espaces compacts.
• Connaissance des processus de conformité CE/UKCA.

Responsibilities

• Diriger la conception mécanique de systèmes modulaires à hydrogène intégrés dans des conteneurs.
• Créer des modèles 3D et des dessins d'assemblage détaillés.
• Conduct mechanical stress calculations for structural integrity.

Skills

Mechanical Design

3D CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)

Structural Calculations

File Management

Documentation Skills

Designing for Compact Spaces

Safety Compliance Knowledge (CE/UKCA)

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Design Engineering

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Client:

Cranleigh STEM, Sustainability & SHEQ Recruitment

Location:

luton, bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Cranleigh STEM is proud to partner with a high-growth start-up developing breakthrough technology to accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels.

The company is now recruiting for a Senior Design Engineer to take ownership of mechanical design and container integration for their systems. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the development of first-of-a-kind systems in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

• Lead the mechanical design of modular hydrogen systems packaged into standard shipping containers, incorporating process units, pipework, valves, and instrumentation.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and part/assembly drawings using SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Design custom components in a variety of materials (stainless steel, glass, ceramics), producing fabrication-ready specifications for suppliers.
• Generate general arrangement drawings and BOMs; integrate supplier models into internal design workflows.
• Conduct mechanical stress calculations to ensure structural integrity and safe operation.
• Work closely with external suppliers and fabrication partners to ensure components meet technical and quality requirements.
• Support prototype build and assembly, including preparation of clear work instructions for mechanical fitting.
• Ensure compliance with UK and international standards, including safety and regulatory requirements.
• A degree in Mechanical or Design Engineering, or relevant professional experience.
• Proven experience in an engineering design role, ideally within complex system environments.
• Proficient in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD or equivalent).
• Strong file management, drawing control, and documentation skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, development-stage company environment.
• Experience designing equipment for installation in shipping containers or compact spaces.
• Knowledge of CE/UKCA compliance processes and documentation.
• Experience working with flammable gases or in ATEX/Ex-rated environments.
• Familiarity with solid particle conveyance systems in hazardous conditions.
• Prior involvement in a start-up or early-stage product development setting.