Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Defence Valves

Owen Daniels; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Owen Daniels is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to drive design for defence applications, delivering reliable valve and hydraulic solutions. You will interpret complex specifications, produce precise technical docs, and collaborate with PM, operations and quality teams to integrate products into Defence systems.

With 7+ years in design, you’ll lead a small technical team, perform analyses (FEA/CFD) and ensure compliance with BS8888 standards while pursuing continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in valve/hydraulic systems.
• Mechanical design using 3D software (SolidWorks).
• Experience with fluid control systems (valves, manifolds, actuators).
• Experience creating calculations and product validation.
• Shop floor (assembly and test)/field services support.
• Experience with APQP, FMEAs, 8Ds, 5Ys, etc.
• Membership with an Engineering Institution is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop flow control products (valves, actuators, manifolds) for Defence applications.
• Conduct detailed engineering analyses for performance, reliability, and safety.
• Review external analyses and validation data (FEA, CFD, tests).
• Ensure compliance with industry and governmental standards.
• Oversee end-to-end Engineering process from bid to manufacture and test.
• Material selection for specific parameters and testing.
• Create prototypes and perform environmental validation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for Defence system integration.
• Analyze valve failures and implement corrective actions.
• Generate calculations, plans, and technical instructions.
• Create concept and production drawings per BS8888 with GD&T.
• Stay updated with valve tech advancements and drive improvements.
• Mitigate risks in product design, production and deployment.
• Provide technical training and guidance to junior engineers.

Skills

Valve design

SolidWorks

Fluid control systems

Technical documentation

Team leadership

DFM & GD&T

Problem solving

Tools

APQP

FMEAs

8D

5Ys

Job description

Owen Daniels is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to drive design for defence applications, delivering reliable valve and hydraulic solutions. You will interpret complex specifications, produce precise technical docs, and collaborate with PM, operations and quality teams to integrate products into Defence systems.

With 7+ years in design, you’ll lead a small technical team, perform analyses (FEA/CFD) and ensure compliance with BS8888 standards while pursuing continuous improvement.