Sr Mechanical Design Engineer

Quest Global; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services provider in Huddersfield is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer. The successful candidate will be responsible for the detailed design of mechanical components and systems, ensuring compliance with quality standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, experience with heavy industry, and proficiency in 3D CAD software such as Solid Edge. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, contributing to aerospace and defense projects.

Qualifications

• Experienced in design role involving rotating machinery.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and industry standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001).
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detail design activities to meet design for manufacture requirements.
• Create manufacturing drawings and deliverable documentation.
• Work with cross-functional teams to resolve non-conformance reports.

Skills

Familiar with structural design practices

Experience in designing mechanical components

Proficient in 3D CAD package

Understanding of structural analysis

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Solid Edge

ANSYS Workbench

Job description

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

A Mechanical Design Engineer plays a crucial role in the Aerospace and Defence industry, ensuring that all products and processes meet the highest quality standards. At Quest Global we are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Mechanical Design Engineer with geared transmission systems and components experience to join our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out detail design activities to meet the requirements of design for manufacture
• Hand calculations and preliminary sizing of components, including material selection, shaft and bearing analysis, preliminary rotor dynamics, other drive system elements including structural components, couplings, lubrication systems and bolted joint
• CAD activities including conceptual design, 3D and 2D modelling. Create component and complex assembly drawings. Drawing and technical documentation checking. BOM and gear data generation and engineering change control processing
• Manufacturing drawings generation with a clear understanding and application of Design for Manufacture principles
• Create deliverable documentation including Manuals, Installation and Maintenance instructions as necessary
• Concession/Non-conformance assessment and resolution – including hand calculations as required, coordination with other specialist areas such as stress analysis etc. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to carry out the design activities, investigate and analyse non-conformance reports, develop corrective actions, and implement effective solutions to prevent future occurrences.

We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.

We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.

Work Experience

Required Skills (Technical Competency)

• Candidate should be familiar with structural design practices and methodologies, including hand calculations to support design.
• Experience in designing mechanical components, parts, assemblies and subassemblies for heavy industry, power transmission systems, gear and Gear box
• Knowledge about subsystems that impact the mechanical design / layout of the design.
• Proficient in 3D CAD package for both modelling and drawing, ideally Solid Edge
• Ability to interpret and create high quality engineering CAD models and manufacturing drawings, including GD&T
• Understanding and appreciation of structural analysis and knowledge of FEA/FEM (eg. ANSYS Workbench)

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience
• Experienced engineer in design role/environment involving rotating machinery
• Experience in heavy engineering industry, power transmission systems, gears and gear box
• Appreciation of bolted joint analysis, shock assessment in relation to geared transmission systems
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and industry standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001)
• Proficient in root cause analysis and failure mode analysis techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Due to security requirements these posts are open to SOLE UK NATIONALS ONLY

If you are a dedicated and proactive professional with a passion for ensuring quality and driving continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you. Join our team at Quest Globa as a Mechanical Design Engineer and contribute to the success of our Aerospace and Defense projects. Apply now!