Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Copello; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in High Wycombe. This role involves leading the mechanical design for new product developments, using 3D CAD and simulation tools in an aerospace context. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years' experience, an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, and may hold or be working towards Chartered Engineer status. Strong leadership and project management skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed designs using 3D CAD and FEA/CFD tools.
• Undertake tolerance analysis of designs including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance.
• Act as Lead Engineer on projects and bids when required.

Skills

3D CAD

FEA

CFD

Attention to detail

Project leadership

Education

Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Tools

Tolerance analysis tools

Design documentation standards (BS8888)

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.