Senior Mechanical Engineer

Staffline; Fareham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

On-site restaurant

Starbucks on site

Pension scheme up to 10%

Employee Resource Groups

Employee wellbeing program

Volunteering day off

Changing rooms and showers

Job summary

Omega Resource Group is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a site-based team in Fareham. You will design and implement engineering solutions to meet project requirements across aerospace and related projects.

You will lead a mechanical team, mentor junior engineers and drive continuous improvement in processes while ensuring compliance with industry standards and company procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Extensive leadership experience in mechanical engineering.
• Proven track record of managing engineering projects end-to-end.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and processes.
• Excellent problem-solving, innovation and quality focus.
• Strong communication and collaboration across teams.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering solutions to meet project requirements including schedule, quality and cost.
• Collaborate with internal/external customers, suppliers and colleagues across disciplines.
• Manage and validate formal mechanical system requirements with verification methods.
• Compile work estimates/plans and proactively track progress.
• Mentor apprentices and junior engineers; lead the mechanical team.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and compliant ways of working.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Mentoring

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Contract: Permanent

Location: Fareham

Salary: Competitive + Bonus

Role Overview - Senior Mechanical Engineer

Our leading global engineering client are on the look out for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their team at their site based in Fareham. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and implementing a number of solutions to execute requirements for both project needs across the aerospace industry.

Key Responsibilities - Senior Mechanical Engineer

• Develop engineering solutions to meet project requirements, including schedule, quality, and cost considerations, while adhering to company processes.
• Work with internal and external customers, suppliers, and colleagues in mechanical, systems, and hardware disciplines
• Manage formal requirements allocated to mechanical systems, validate these requirements according to industry standards, and demonstrate compliance through design descriptions and verification methods (e.g., testing, inspection, analysis).
• Compile work estimates and plans to support project managers. Proactively track progress, update plans, and adapt as projects develop.
• Mentor and develop apprentices, undergraduate interns, graduate engineers, and non-senior engineers to enhance their skills and increase department capacity. Lead the mechanical team by example, providing motivation and support as a subject matter expert.
• Actively contribute to and lead continuous improvement initiatives within the department, including process improvements, tool enhancements, and efficient ways of working within industry regulations.

Key Experience & Requirements - Senior Mechanical Engineer

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Extensive experience in mechanical engineering, particularly in a leadership role
• Proven track record of successfully managing engineering projects from conception to completion
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, processes, and best practices
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on innovation and quality
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across different teams and disciplines
• Experience in mentoring and developing junior engineers

What we can offer - Senior Mechanical Engineer

• Career development and opportunities to progress
• Free on-site car parking
• An on-site restaurant and Starbucks offering subsidised food
• Pension Scheme up to 10% company contribution
• Employee Resource Groups to represent and promote our diversity and inclusion
• Employee Assistance Program for Health & Wellbeing
• Multi-faith room / Wellness room with massage chair
• Employee Perks - offering our employees discounts on a huge variety of goods and services
• Income Protection
• Share Buying scheme
• Annual volunteering day off
• On-site changing rooms, showers and lockers

Omega Resource Group is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction and Manufacturing sectors.