Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Extension Recruitment; Washington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their client based in Washington, Tyne and Wear. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in designing electric motors and powertrains. You will lead projects from concept to detailed design, utilizing CAD software, and engage with suppliers for cost-effective solutions. Applicants should have a strong mechanical engineering background and experience in electrical design, preferably within the automotive industry.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in electrical design and testing for electric motor systems.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering design techniques.
• Ability to produce complex engineering solutions and lead project work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full development of motor projects from concepts to detailed designs.
• Utilise standard CAD software to produce drawings of parts and components.
• Engage with suppliers to introduce practical and cost-effective designs.

Skills

Mechanical engineering background

Electrical design and testing experience

Knowledge of engineering design techniques

Experience in mass manufacture design

Leadership and coaching skills

Awareness of APQP processes

Education

BEng degree or equivalent in mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Washington, Tyne and Wear
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
All applications to - [e-mail]

Our client is a market leading innovator in electric technologies with a focus on providing sustainable products to a range of industries such as Automotive, Rail and Industrial. They are currently looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to be based at their site in Washington.

About the Company

Our client has a goal to offer the most sustainable technology on the market. They are looking for new talent to add to their world-class team, offering a chance to work in a fast-moving environment on leading-edge technology and opportunities to thrive and grow.

Benefits

• Flexible working based around core hours
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Plus many more!

The Role of the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will play a crucial role in the design and development of electric motors, transmissions, and powertrains at various stages of development.

• Lead the full development of motor projects, from concepts to detailed designs, ensuring design feasibility and manufacturability.
• Utilise standard CAD software to produce drawings of parts, components, and assemblies, conducting function and tolerance stack analysis.
• Ensure compliance with design practices, guidelines, and other limiting factors such as clearances and tooling requirements.
• Engage with suppliers to introduce practical and cost-effective designs while staying abreast of engineering trends in the supply chain.

About You – Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will bring a solid background in mechanical engineering and a proven track record in electrical design and testing for electric motor systems, preferably within the automotive industry.

Other requirements include:

• BEng degree or equivalent in mechanical engineering or a relevant discipline, or demonstrable industrial experience.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering design techniques.
• Experience in designing parts and assemblies for mass manufacture.
• Ability to produce complex engineering solutions and lead project work, coaching junior engineers.
• Awareness of APQP processes, NPI, Quality Management Systems, and ISO 9001 specifics.