Senior Mechanical Engineer

Thales Avionics, Inc. (AGS)

Templecombe

On-site

GBP 52,000 - 75,000

Full time

38 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Annual bonus

Employee discounts

Volunteer day

Stocks and shares

Buy/sell annual leave

Job summary

Thales Avionics, Inc. is seeking a mechanical design engineer to perform subsea engineering activities within a collaborative team. The role involves working with production and procurement to create cost-effective, manufacturable solutions, and to support trials and system integration.

A strong foundation in mechanical engineering and team-oriented mindset are essential. Essential qualifications include a degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) and experience with 3D CAD tools;

Qualifications

Fundamental understanding of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering principles.
General understanding of Engineering Development lifecycles.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Proactive, can-do attitude.
Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work with a reasonable level of autonomy.
Logical and structured approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

Carry out mechanical design activities within a collaborative engineering team environment.
Work closely with production and procurement teams to develop cost-effective and manufacturable design solutions.
Support the preparation of detailed estimates and bid submissions.
Provide engineering support to production activities as required.
Support trials, testing, and system integration activities as required.

Skills

Mechanical design

Subsea design

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication skills

Autonomy

3D CAD

Education

HNC/HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Chartered Engineer status (CEng)

Tools

Creo Simulate

PDMLink

CFD tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Templecombe, United Kingdom

Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services.

Primary Purpose of the Role

Carry out general engineering tasks as required by the business. With the support of other members of the team, undertake specialised mechanical design activities associated with designing for the subsea environment. Proactively seek opportunities to learn from colleagues across Thales. Share knowledge and experience with other members of the team.

Principal Relationships

Reporting to the Mechanical Engineering Group Manager and Hardware Delivery Manager.

Communicate effectively within the team to share knowledge, learn from colleagues, and support professional development.

Provide regular updates on progress, risks, and issues to the relevant Work Package or Project Manager for allocated tasks.

Keep the Team Leader informed of challenges, successes, and emerging issues.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

The role may include, but is not limited to, the following activities:

Carry out mechanical design activities within a collaborative engineering team environment.
Work closely with production and procurement teams to develop cost-effective and manufacturable design solutions.
Support the preparation of detailed estimates and bid submissions.
Provide engineering support to production activities as required.
Support trials, testing, and system integration activities as required.

Key Performance Indicators

Monitor compliance of designs against target cost and lead-time requirements.
Deliver against agreed commitments relating to Time, Cost, and Quality.
Maintain design quality and adherence to company processes and standards.

Skills

Essential

Fundamental understanding of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering principles.
General understanding of Engineering Development lifecycles.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Proactive, can-do attitude.
Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work with a reasonable level of autonomy.
Logical and structured approach to problem-solving.

Desirable

Knowledge of thermal management techniques.
Experience using CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) tools.
Ability to perform basic static stress and FEA analysis using Creo Simulate.

Experience

Strong experience in Mechanical Design Engineering, including some of the following:

Packaging of electronics and associated cabling.
Designing for platform installation, including ships and submarines.
Design of assembly and mould tooling.
Design of lifting equipment.
Production of key manufacturing drawings from CAD models.
Production of detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings.
Supporting the development of design requirements.
Proficiency in the use of 3D CAD systems.

Desirable

Proficiency in Creo and PDMLink.
Experience in one or more of the following areas: Design of sonar assemblies and equipment for subsea environments.
Design of deployment systems.
Design processes involving polyurethane, epoxy, and other resin moulding techniques.
Design of composite structures and sonar domes.
Specification and design of subsea cable assemblies.
Thermal management and CFD analysis.
Static stress and FEA analysis using Creo Simulate.
Design of 19-inch rack systems and consoles, including shock mounting and thermal management considerations.

Values & Behaviours

Conduct all work in accordance with company processes and procedures.
Work efficiently, responsibly, and autonomously where appropriate.
Demonstrate a collaborative mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.

Financial / Budgetary Responsibility

Monitor compliance of designs against target costs and delivery lead times.
Manage personal performance against agreed commitments for Time, Cost, and Quality.

Qualifications

Essential

HNC, HND, or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

Desirable

Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or equivalent professional accreditation.

The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role.