Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Copello; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the mechanical design of new product developments. The ideal candidate will have a background in aerospace or defence, with at least 5 years of experience and expertise in using simulation analysis tools. The role demands creativity, autonomy, and strong leadership in project execution, while SC Clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in aerospace or defence environment and working knowledge of aerospace standards.
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards).
• Experience of developing mechanical design solutions through entire lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed designs using 3D CAD and use FEA and CFD tools to simulate mechanical behaviour.
• Undertake tolerance analysis of designs.
• Act as Lead Engineer on projects and bids when required.

Skills

3D CAD

FEA

CFD

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance

Requirements management

Education

Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Simulation analysis tools

Job description

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Copello are working with a defence client who are looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the mechanical design of new product developments.

In this role, you will be expected to be creative and innovative in the generation of concepts and detailed designs using 3D CAD and FEA & CFD simulation tools. We are looking for an engineer capable of designing products, critiquing, developing and following the process through to delivery. Someone with tenacity, attention to detail and capable of leading their own projects autonomously.

You will provide expert technical guidance to the mechanical design team, supporting the Chief Engineer in maintaining a high‑quality technical output on time and to cost.

Key responsibilities

• Produce detailed designs using 3D CAD and use FEA and CFD tools to simulate mechanical behaviour
• Undertake tolerance analysis of designs including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance
• Generate and amend drawings and documentation to appropriate standards including BS8888
• Produce documentation to support development of aerospace products
• Act as Lead Engineer on projects and bids when required
• Continuous improvement of processes and tools including support to corporate change initiatives

Qualifications and experience

• Minimum undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
• Min 5 years in aerospace or defence environment and working knowledge of aerospace standards
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards)
• Requirements management experience
• Experience of developing mechanical design solutions through entire lifecycle.
• Experience using simulation analysis tools (FEA/CFD) to influence designs and understand behaviour of components

Please note SC Clearance is required for this role

If you have the skills and experience required please apply now, and we will be in touch for a further conversation