R&D Lead Engineer – Mechanical Design & Innovation

Menatek Defense Technologies; Fatih; On-site; TRY 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Menatek Defense Technologies invites an experienced R&D Lead Engineer to drive mechanical design across the product development lifecycle, ensuring manufacturability and reliability for defense programs. Requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 10+ years in design, strong SolidWorks and GD&T skills, DFMA/ DFA knowledge, and advanced English.

You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate with Project Management, Production, Quality and Supply Chain to push continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 10+ years in mechanical design, product development, R&D, or engineering functions
• Strong experience in design and development of mechanical systems, sub-systems, mechanisms and components
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes, machining, sheet metal fabrication, assembly, heat treatment and surface treatments
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software, preferably SolidWorks
• Strong knowledge of technical drawings, GD&T, tolerancing, material selection and engineering calculations
• Experience in prototype development, testing, validation and design verification activities
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles
• Familiarity with AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 quality management systems
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving and technical reporting skills
• Advanced English proficiency
• Experience in defense, aerospace, automotive, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design activities throughout the product development lifecycle
• Design and develop new products, systems, sub-systems, mechanisms and components per requirements
• Create innovative, manufacturable, cost-effective and reliable mechanical designs that meet quality and performance expectations
• Prepare and review technical drawings, engineering documentation, material specifications and design outputs
• Perform engineering calculations, design verification activities and technical evaluations for critical mechanical systems
• Support concept development, feasibility studies and technical decision-making processes
• Participate in prototype manufacturing, testing, validation and product qualification activities
• Analyze test results and implement design improvements based on findings
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions related to design, production, assembly and field issues
• Conduct technical research on new technologies, materials, manufacturing methods and engineering approaches
• Contribute to R&D projects through technical investigations, analysis, testing and reporting activities
• Collaborate with Project Management, Production, Quality, Supply Chain and Engineering teams
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, quality management systems and company procedures
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation, revision records, product structures and technical data
• Mentor junior engineers, technicians, interns and design personnel
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering capabilities, product performance and operational efficiency

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD (SolidWorks)

GD&T

Engineering calculations

DFM/DFA

Quality systems knowledge

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Menatek Defense Technologies invites an experienced R&D Lead Engineer to drive mechanical design across the product development lifecycle, ensuring manufacturability and reliability for defense programs. Requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 10+ years in design, strong SolidWorks and GD&T skills, DFMA/ DFA knowledge, and advanced English.

You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate with Project Management, Production, Quality and Supply Chain to push continuous improvement and