Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Motors (On-Site)

Matchtech Group; North East; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for a contract role in the UK. You will lead the development of mechanical systems from concept to production, including rotating electrical machines, drivetrains and related components.

You will prototype, validate and deliver production-ready solutions, perform CAE analyses, and produce 3D models and 2D drawings. Collaboration across teams and with suppliers is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Strong mechanical design background with emphasis on rotating machinery.
• Experience with DFMEA/PFMEA and design for manufacture/assembly.

Responsibilities

• Lead clean-sheet mechanical design for rotating electrical machines and drivetrains.
• Develop prototypes, validate concepts and deliver production-ready products.
• Perform hand calculations and CAE analyses for failure modes and strength.
• Create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings for assemblies.
• Build/test prototype hardware and test rigs as needed.
• Use simulation tools to optimize designs and product behavior.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, test, supply chain and suppliers.
• Support quality and regulatory compliance while mentoring juniors.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD modelling

2D drawings

CAe tools

DFMEA PFMEA

Supplier management

Project leadership

Materials & failure analysis

Education

BEng/BSc Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

MASTA

KISSsoft

Job description

Matchtech Group is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer for a contract role in the UK. You will lead the development of mechanical systems from concept to production, including rotating electrical machines, drivetrains and related components.

You will prototype, validate and deliver production-ready solutions, perform CAE analyses, and produce 3D models and 2D drawings. Collaboration across teams and with suppliers is essential.