Senior Mechanical Engineer

NKT Photonics Ltd.; Wallenius-Willhelmsen Terminals UK; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative high-tech company as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, where you will lead the design of cutting-edge laser systems. This hands-on role requires creativity and collaboration, as you will work across disciplines to develop solutions that meet customer needs. You will manage projects from concept to production, ensuring compliance with safety standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make an impact in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave

Pension

Life Insurance

Private Medical Cover

Dental Cover

Wellbeing Cash Plan

Employee Discounts

Free Car Parking

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in mechanical design and CFD simulation.
• Ability to communicate design ideas effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical solutions for laser systems.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to refine product designs.

Skills

Mechanical Design

CFD Simulation

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

3D Printing

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree

Tools

PLM/PDM Systems

Mechanical Analysis Tools

Job description

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Apply locations Southampton, UK time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id EMSPOS005819

Join us to Make an Impact

Innovation is in our DNA. We invented supercontinuum lasers and photonic crystal fibers and we constantly reimagine how our products can be used and improved. Our customers use our products in medical and life science research, quantum computing and space exploration.

We seek curious, creative and collaborative people to work in our cutting-edge company. Can you see yourself working in teams and providing solutions for innovators?

If you wish to apply, please contact us with your CV / Résumé. If you have a cover letter, please save this in one document with your CV / Résumé as you are only able to upload one document.

We look forward to hearing from you!

About us

NKT Photonics is a dynamic, international high-tech company and a leader in the development, manufacturing, and supply of high-performance lasers and photonic crystal fibres. We employ some of the best and most creative people in our industry and together we have established one of the fastest growing and most innovative photonics companies in the world.

We embrace a culture in which a healthy work-life balance is encouraged; and we promote a positive, supportive working environment. To support our growth plans, we are investing in our facilities and growing our talented teams. We provide a great place to work with good people and exciting, industry leading products.

About the role

This is a hands-on role focused on designing effective mechanical solutions as part of a cross disciplinary team, delivering industry leading laser solutions to our customers. This includes all phases of product development from initial concept through to manufacturing, for both new products and updates to existing products to meet new specifications and the needs of new markets.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Design Leadership: Take ownership of the development of the mechanics that drive bespoke laser systems, taking systems through the full product lifecycle and ensuring that our innovative solutions meet product and market needs.

Collaboration within and across teams:Work closely with other engineering disciplines to design, test, and refine product solutions, fostering a collaborative team environment.

Embrace and support an environment of continuous learning and development, including supporting and mentoring other members of the team.

Project and Process Management:Oversee various aspects of engineering projects, including maintaining accurate controls, procedures, and specifications to ensure project milestones are met on time.

Customer-Centric Design:Incorporate customer requirements throughout the design life cycle, ensuring products meet user needs and expectations.

Prototyping and Testing:Take a hands-on role in designing, building and testing prototype mechanical systems, verify that specifications are met, and ensure compliance with relevant safety and regulatory standards is achieved.

Documentation and Compliance:Responsible for the thorough documentation and release of work through PLM/PDM systems, ensuring all designs meet safety and compliance standards.

Continuous Improvement:Seek and implement strategies to improve product design, internal and production processes, and efficiency across the team and business.

About you

As a new addition to the mechanical team, you will bring a blend of technical expertise in mechanical design and in mechanical and CFD simulation. You’ll be designing and building prototypes, products and all the tooling needed for assembling and testing them.

What you bring:

• Relevant engineering degree or industry experience to a similar level.
• Mechanical design experience in medical, aerospace, industrial, military or similar setting
• Capacity to communicate ideas and design with hand sketches.

• High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality and reliability
• Good communication and collaboration skills, across other engineering disciplines and at all levels of the organisation
• Experience in Mechanical analysis both static and dynamic.
• Exposure to CFD studies
• Experience leading test campaigns for environmental and vibration tests.
• 3D printing (hands on)
• Designing for metal 3d printing

We are ideally looking for candidates to have/be willing to learn:

These are some of the areas we are trying to build up in our team. If only some of this list describes you and you want to continue to grow in any of these areas, we want to hear from you!

• Developing mechanics to meet military standards
• Opto-mechanics
• Fibre and free space laser technologies.
• Advanced manufacturing methods
• Coatings and surface treatments
• High power or ultra-fast laser systems
• System engineering
• Project management
• Working with suppliers and external partners
• Ownership of mechanical systems over the complete product life cycle, including hands-on experience developing, building and testing designs and products
• Generating design documentation including instructions and test procedures

Additional requirements

Business English is required. You may also be required to travel up to 10% annually, potentially globally.

Join us!

NKT Photonics is a dynamic, international high-tech company and a leader in the development, manufacture and supply of high-performance lasers and photonics. We employ some of the best and most creative people in our industry and they have helped to make us one of the fastest growing and most innovative photonics companies in the world.

Our employees are our biggest asset. Our great co-workers are the top reason we all love working at NKT Photonics. Together, we tackle complex challenges and dig into unexplored territories. We welcome all ideas and backgrounds and encourage a healthy work-life balance.

We embrace uniqueness. With more than 30 nationalities, we are a diverse group. But we have a lot in common. We are curious, respectful, and we aim to make a difference in the World. We need the sharpest minds in the industry to help us accelerate development. Join us! Together, we can make an impact.

Benefits of working with us include 25 days' annual leave, pension, life insurance, private medical cover, dental cover, BUPA wellbeing cash plan, a range of other wellness benefits, employee discounts, free car parking, and family friendly policies.

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