Systems Engineer (Mechanical)

Terry Parris Associates; Worthing; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Systems Engineer to design and analyze mechanical systems. The role involves creating technical content for sales proposals and providing engineering support. Candidates should have a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering and experience in mechanical engineering disciplines. This position offers competitive remuneration and fully remote working options.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Immediate medical, dental and vision insurance

Annual merit increases and performance bonuses

Qualifications

• At least 1–3 years of engineering experience in mechanical engineering.
• Experience with turbomachinery or rotating equipment preferred.
• Self-starter, fast paced, highly detailed, and accurate.

Responsibilities

• Assist in engineering design projects and production support.
• Complete rotordynamic and control system analyses.
• Support mechanical design processes including stress analysis.

Skills

Engineering experience in mechanical disciplines

Knowledge of turbomachinery

Project management capabilities

Communication skills

Education

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Specialty in rotordynamics

Tools

SolidWorks

XCEL

FEA software

Job description

Job Title

Systems Engineer

Location

Worthing

Employment Type

Permanent, Fully Remote working

Salary

£55,000 - 60,000

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401k match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Immediate medical, dental and vision insurance
• Immediate paid time off
• Boot and safety glasses reimbursement
• Climate‑controlled facilities
• Annual merit increases and performance bonuses
• Opportunities for growth

Client

Our client is a global leading designer and manufacturer; typical applications include gas, steam and hydro turbines, HVAC centrifugal gas compressors, generators, gearboxes, pumps and motors. Their products offer superior performance, availability and environmental benefits.

Position Summary

Selected candidate will participate and execute:

• Design and analysis of our systems.
• Create the technical content for sales proposals.
• Support the commissioning of new and existing systems.

The candidate will interact with customers, serving as a technical project lead for the design of new systems and the sales of new systems. They will also support commissioning engineers in tuning new systems and troubleshooting existing systems.

Primary Duties

Assist in the completion of engineering design projects, production support, commissioning support and troubleshooting of systems, and continuous design improvements of products.

Essential Job Functions

• Complete rotordynamic and control system analyses.
• Support mechanical and electromagnetic design processes, including stress analysis, heat transfer analysis and electro‑magnetic analysis.
• Use SolidWorks and SW Simulator to perform FEA analyses and support drawing checks.
• Provide interface between rotordynamic and control system design and analyses and its implementation into controllers and tuning/commissioning activities.
• Provide effective technical interface with external and internal customers.
• Interface with internal manufacturing department for satisfactory implementation of bearing system designs.
• Will travel occasionally for projects (up to 10%).

Job Specifications

• Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a specialty in rotordynamics, or related degree.
• At least 1–3 years of engineering experience in mechanical engineering disciplines.
• Experience with turbomachinery or rotating equipment preferred.
• Working knowledge of XCEL, SolidWorks, and FEA software.
• Academic background in mechanical design, stress analysis, heat transfer analysis, dynamics, electromagnetics, electronics, instrumentation, signal processing, materials and control systems.
• Experience reviewing detail mechanical drawings and specifying dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Self‑starter, fast paced, highly detailed and accurate.
• Project management capabilities, goal‑oriented, identifies high priority critical‑path tasks.

Competencies

Results Driven

Self‑Awareness and Personal Development

Winning the Right Way

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ethics and Work Standards

Maintain the highest ethical and work standards, promote the same attributes in co‑workers, and ensure all business activities with internal and external customers are performed professionally.

Communication

Expresses thoughts clearly, orally and in writing; presents concise reports in Word, PowerPoint and Excel; listens to understand input, feedback and concerns; and provides complete information honestly.

Teamwork and Relationships

Works willingly with others, supports cooperation, demonstrates commitment, and cooperates fully to achieve organizational goals.

Continual Improvement and Problem Resolution

Identifies work improvement suggestions, applies technical and analytical abilities, performs root‑cause analysis, implements solutions and shares best practices.

Accountability

Accepts responsibility and accessibility for all strategic planning and implementation of projects and duties.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information or any other factors prohibited by law.